Definition

Having a desire to learn or know about something; being curious or engaged in a subject.

Example

She is very interested in learning new languages.

Conversation

Have you ever been really interested in a hobby?

Yeah, I used to be really into painting.

That's cool! What made you so interested in it?

I loved how expressive it felt — it was like therapy for me.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interested → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "esse" (meaning to be). The word describes a state of being engaged or involved in something that lies between oneself and the subject of interest.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'between' ('inter-') yourself and something that 'is' ('esse') — this helps you remember that being interested means being engaged with something.

Visually Confused Words