interested

/ˈɪntrəstɪd/
adjective
  1. Wanting to learn more about something or to be involved in something; showing curiosity or attention.
    • She was very interested in the history of ancient Egypt.
    • Are you interested in joining the book club next month?
    • The teacher was happy to see so many interested students at the science fair.
  2. Having a personal or financial stake in something; not neutral.
    • As a shareholder, she is an interested party in the company's merger decision.
    • Interested groups should submit their proposals by Friday.
    • The judge stepped down because he was an interested party in the case.