Definition: To engage the attention of; to awaken interest in; to excite emotion or passion in, in behalf of a person or thing.
Alright class, settle down now, let’s take a look today,
At a tricky word, let’s light it up with play!
“Interested,” you see, is what we're going to find,
A feeling deep within your thoughtful mind.
The dictionary gives us quite the clue,
"To engage the attention," that’s perfectly true!
It means to really
notice
, to pay close heed,
Like watching a story, a wonderful deed.
“Awaken interest,” it says with grace,
Bringing something special to your space.
Like reading a book, or learning a song,
Where you feel pulled in, where you truly belong!
"To excite emotion," that’s a feeling bright,
A spark of wonder, shining light!
Perhaps a kitten playful, or a painting grand,
Something that captures you with its command.
And finally, “in behalf of,” let's make it clear,
It means caring deeply, holding something dear.
For a person, a cause, a thing you adore,
“Interested” is wanting more and more!
So, to be
interested
– it’s really quite neat,
To feel curious and eager, happy and complete!
Does that make sense, class? Any questions for me?