Desiring

Pronunciation: /dɪˈzaɪər/

Desiring (noun)

  1. a strong feeling of wanting something or wishing for something to happen.
  2. a strong feeling of attraction or longing for someone in a romantic way.

Examples

  • She has a strong desire to travel the world.
  • His desire for success drives him to work hard.

Common collocations: burning desire, express a desire, fulfill a desire, intense desire, unrequited desire

Desiring (verb)

  1. to strongly want something or wish for something to happen.
  2. to feel a strong attraction or longing for someone in a romantic way.

Examples

  • They desire to learn new skills.
  • He desires a peaceful life in the countryside.

Synonyms of Desiring

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Desiring

  • lack of desire or interest
  • strong dislike or unwillingness