How to Spell desire

desire

//dɪˈzaɪə//

desire - noun

  • Someone or something wished for.
  • Strong attraction, particularly romantic or sexual.
  • The feeling of desiring; an eager longing for something.
  • Motivation.
Source: Free Dictionary
"It is my desire to speak with you."

Usage examples

Desire means to want something very much. You might desire a toy, a snack, or a friend.

desire - thesaurus

Synonyms: wanna, want-to

Common misspellings

desier, desir, dezire

Word family

desires, desired, desiring, desirable

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