desire

B1
Pronunciation
/dɪˈzaɪə/
/diˈzaɪɚ/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Someone or something wished for.

Example Sentences
  • It is my desire to speak with you.
2 Definition

Strong attraction, particularly romantic or sexual.

Example Sentences
  • His desire for her kept him awake at night.
3 Definition

The feeling of desiring; an eager longing for something.

Example Sentences
  • Too much desire can seriously affect one’s judgment.
4 Definition

Motivation.

Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To want; to wish for earnestly.

Example Sentences
  • I desire to speak with you.
2 Definition

To put a request to (someone); to entreat.

3 Definition

To want emotionally or sexually.

Example Sentences
  • She has desired him since they first met.
4 Definition

To express a wish for; to entreat; to request.

5 Definition

To require; to demand; to claim.

6 Definition

To miss; to regret.