interests

n a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something n a reason for wanting something done n the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.) n a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed n (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something n (usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims n a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) v excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of v be on the mind of v be of importance or consequence