Desire Definition & Meaning
desire
- noun
- the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
- an inclination to want things; "a man of many desires"
- something that is desired
- verb
- feel or have a desire for; want strongly; "I want to go home now"; "I want my own room"
- expect and wish; "I trust you will behave better from now on"; "I hope she understands that she cannot expect a raise"
- express a desire for
"Desire" in song lyrics
See how desire is used in real songs:
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"Your a disgrace with a desire"
1200 Techniques — Karma -
"When I enter a room, ladies fill we desire"
2 Live Crew — 2 Live is What We Are... (Word) -
"The spark that lit my fire wasn't her desire"
The 49ers f/ Harun Karim — Why I Don't Know
Words that rhyme with desire
Usage tips for "desire"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "desire" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for desire to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does desire mean?
- the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state an inclination to want things; "a man of many desires" something that is desired feel or have a desire for; want strongly; "I want to go home now"; "I want my own room" expect and wish; "I trust you will behave better from now on"; "I hope she understands that she cannot expect a raise" express a desire for
- What part of speech is desire?
- Desire is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does desire have?
- Desire has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).