interest
interest is a valid 8-letter word worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words with Friends.
What does interest mean?
Be on the mind of.
Excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of.
Be of importance or consequence.
A reason for wanting something done.
“in the interest of safety”
“in the common interest”
A diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly).
“he counts reading among his interests”
The power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.).
“they said nothing of great interest”
“primary colors can add interest to a room”
A sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something.
“an interest in music”
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something.
“they have interests all over the world”
(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims.
“the iron interests stepped up production”
A fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed.
“how much interest do you pay on your mortgage?”
Anagrams of interest
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