INTEREST Synonyms

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

• the act of sharing in the activities of a group

• a connection of inclusion or containment

• a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

• a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship

• the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.)

• keep busy with

• live (in a certain place)

• occupy the whole of

• be on the mind of

• march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation

• require (time or space)

• consume all of one's attention or time

• assume, as of positions or roles

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

• the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

• a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

• an auxiliary activity

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

• a reason for wanting something done

• Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot

• the purpose of achieving or obtaining

• (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something

• a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track)

• instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning

• the money risked on a gamble

• a strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end so it can be driven into the ground

• put at risk

• place a bet on

• mark with a stake

• tie or fasten to a stake

• kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole

• something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness

• a strong feeling of anxiety

• be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy

• be concerned with

• disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress

• be on the mind of

• lacerate by biting

• touch or rub constantly

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

• be of importance or consequence