Interested
ˈɪntrɪstɪd
Definitions
2 meaningsFeeling or showing curiosity about something; wanting to know or learn more about something or someone.
ˈɪntrɪstɪd
Feeling or showing curiosity or concern about something or someone.
She was interested in the art exhibit.
💡 Simply: Imagine you see a cool video game, and you're like, 'Wow, I wanna play that!' You're interested in it! It means you're curious and want to know more.
👶 For kids: When you want to know more about something, like when you see a cool toy or a fun game. You are interested!
More Examples
Are you interested in joining our club?
The children seemed very interested in the story.
How It's Used
"I am very interested in learning about history."
"The investors were interested in the company's new product."
Having a financial stake or involvement in something, often in a business or legal context.
ˈɪntrɪstɪd
Having a financial stake in something.
As an interested party, he had to declare his holdings.
💡 Simply: Imagine you own a part of a business. You're interested in it because it affects your money and how it grows.
👶 For kids: When you own a part of something and care about how it does.
More Examples
All interested stakeholders were informed of the decision.
How It's Used
"He is an interested party in the company's merger."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
be interested in
To have curiosity or concern about something.
"I'm interested in learning to play the guitar."
From Middle English, from Old French *entressé* (past participle of *entresseir*, 'to interest'), from Latin *interesse* ('to be between, concern'), from *inter* ('between') + *esse* ('to be').
The word 'interested' has been used since the 17th century, reflecting a growing emphasis on individual curiosity and involvement in various aspects of life, mirroring the rise of science, exploration, and commerce.
Memory tip
Think of a curious cat—it's interested in everything!
Word Origin
"to be between, to concern"