
Interest
Emotional Engagement
Use 'interest' when you care about something enough to spend time on it.
I developed a deep interest in history after visiting the museum.
Curiosity Driven
'Interest' suggests an eagerness to know more, often leading to learning.
His interest in biology grew after studying cells.
Passive Attraction
'Interest' can be passive, indicating mild curiosity without active pursuit.
I have an interest in painting, but I rarely actually paint.