INTERESTS
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Interests.
How to pronounce interests:
US
Interests - as a noun
A sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
Example: "An interest in music"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
involvementHypernyms (Closely Related)
curiositywonderHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A reason for wanting something done
Example: "For your sake"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sakeHypernyms (Closely Related)
benefitwelfareHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)
Example: "They said nothing of great interest"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interestingnessHypernyms (Closely Related)
powerpowerfulnessHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed
Example: "How much interest do you pay on your mortgage?"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fixed chargefixed costfixed costsHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something
Example: "They have interests all over the world"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stakeHypernyms (Closely Related)
partpercentageportionshareHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims
Example: "The iron interests stepped up production"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interest groupHypernyms (Closely Related)
social groupHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
Example: "Sailing is her favorite pastime"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pastimepursuitHypernyms (Closely Related)
diversionrecreationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Interests - as a verb
Excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arouseelicitenkindleevokefirekindleprovokeraiseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
boreExample Sentences
"His interests include reading, painting, and playing guitar."
"She has many diverse interests such as hiking, cooking, and photography."
"My brother's interests lie in computer programming and video game development."
"The club aims to cater to the interests of its members by organizing various events and activities."
"Her academic interests are focused on sociology and anthropology."
Word Game Points
Is INTERESTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, interests is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INTERESTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is INTERESTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, interests is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINTERESTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is INTERESTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, interests is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINTERESTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
