Synonyms for interest

verb

• be on the mind of
• be of importance or consequence
• excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of

noun

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