interest

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

a reason for wanting something done

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

a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed

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

Excitement of feeling, whether pleasant or painful, accompanying special attention to some object; concern.

excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of

be on the mind of

be of importance or consequence

To engage the attention of; to awaken interest in; to excite emotion or passion in, in behalf of a person or thing; as, the subject did not interest him; to interest one in charitable work.