interest

Meanings

• noun

  A strong feeling of enthusiasm or curiosity about something

  - "Her interest in art began at a young age."
  - "What is your interest in this topic?"
  - "His interest in technology led him to start his own business."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɪntəɹst/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=268453"

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Antonyms

bore , disinterest

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Synonyms

cost of money , oker

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with interest
impress , express , caress , dress

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Variants

List of all variants of interest that leads to same result
interest , interests , interested , interesting , interest group , interest groups , interest-free , compound interest , compound interests , conflict of interest , controlling interest , controlling interests , person of interest , persons of interest , security interest , self-interest , self-interested , self-interestedly , self-interestedness , self-interestednesses , self-interests

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Forms

Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

interests, being interested, showing interest

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Before the 15th century, the word 'interest' referred to 'the condition of being interested'. It comes from the Latin word 'interessus', which means 'a going inside' or 'a state of concern'. Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to refer to a strong feeling of enthusiasm or curiosity about something.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Did you know that the average person has about 11 hobbies throughout their lifetime?

2. Interesting facts can help fuel our curiosity and keep our minds engaged.

3. The word 'interesting' comes from the same Latin root as 'interest'. It originally meant 'worthy of being interested in'.

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Related Concepts

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1. passion: Interest and passion are related concepts, as both refer to strong feelings towards something. However, passion is often seen as a more intense and all-consuming emotion than interest.

2. hobby: An interest can develop into a hobby, which is an activity that one enjoys doing in their spare time.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Interest has been a common theme in literature, art, and music. In literature, it is often depicted as a driving force behind characters' actions and motivations. In art, it can be represented through various mediums, such as paintings and sculptures that depict people engaged in their hobbies or passions. In music, songs about interest often explore themes of love, fascination, and curiosity.

How to Memorize "interest"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a light bulb turning on above your head when you hear the word 'interest'.
   - Imagine yourself exploring a new hobby or learning about a new topic with great enthusiasm.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'interest' with a feeling of excitement or curiosity.
   - Think of a favorite hobby or topic that you are passionate about.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'I Love' to remember the definition of interest: 'I'nterest is a strong feeling of 'L'ove 'E'ngendered by something.

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