Interested1. (imp. & p. p.) of Interest.
2. (v. t.) Having the attention engaged; having emotion or passion excited; as, an interested listener.
3. (v. t.) Having an interest; concerned in a cause or in consequences; liable to be affected or prejudiced; as, an interested witness.
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