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Desirous

Verb / dɪˈzaɪrʌs / Another word for desirous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Desirous means having a strong feeling of wanting or wishing for something.

Synonyms & similar words

undesirous wishful eager wishing longing craving yearning aspiring covetous ambitious hankering thirsty hungry itching keen zealous avid ardent fervent passionate fancying coveting

Example sentences

  1. He was desirous of getting a new bicycle for his birthday.
  2. She was desirous of becoming a famous singer.
  3. I am desirous of going on a vacation.
  4. They are desirous of winning the championship.
  5. The cat was desirous of catching the bird.

Quotes

  • We are all desirous of being esteemed in the highest degree and for the most worthy of qualities. But we fail to praise others.
  • The desirous person is like a person who, having drunk salty water, is thirsty and tries to quench his thirst by drinking more salty water.
  • The most desirous food in the world is the bread of others.

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