interest (EN)

noun, verb

noun “interest”

1. attention and concern directed towards someone or something
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   Her growing interest in astronomy led her to buy a telescope.
2. a subject or activity that one finds engaging or enjoyable
   Gardening has always been a major interest of hers.
3. the cost or profit from lending or borrowing money, expressed as a percentage of the principal
   The investment paid an interest of 7% per year.
4. a benefit or positive outcome
   Volunteering at the animal shelter was in her best interest because it helped her gain valuable experience.
5. a part ownership in a company and a right to some of its profits
   Sarah decided to buy a 10% interest in the startup, hoping it would grow and increase her earnings.

verb “interest”

1. to capture someone's attention or curiosity about a subject or issue
   The museum's new exhibit interested him so much that he visited three times in one week.