Scrabble?! INTEREST

Definitions of INTEREST in various dictionaries:

noun - a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

noun - a reason for wanting something done

noun - the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)

noun - a fixed charge for borrowing money

noun - (law) a right or legal share of something

noun - (usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims

noun - a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

verb - excite the curiosity of

verb - be on the mind of

verb - be of importance or consequence

A state of curiosity or concern about or attention to something: an interest in sports.

Something, such as a quality, a subject, or an activity, that evokes this mental state: counts the theater among his interests.

Often interests.

A right, claim, or legal share: an interest in the new company.

Something in which such a right, claim, or share is held: has interests overseas.

A person or group of persons holding such a right, claim, or share: a petroleum interest.

Involvement with or participation in something: She has an interest in the quality of her education.

A charge for a loan, usually a percentage of the amount loaned.

An excess or a bonus beyond what is expected or due.

An interest group.

The particular cause supported by an interest group.

To arouse the curiosity or hold the attention of: Your opinions interest me.

To cause to become involved or concerned with: tried to interest her in taking a walk.

To concern or affect.

verb - to engage the attention of