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desired

The correct spelling is desired.

How to pronounce desired

/dɪˈzaɪəd/
verb

IPA: /dɪˈzaɪəd/

Say it like: Des-ire-d

The correct spelling is desired. To want; to wish for earnestly. For example: "I desire to speak with you."

Usage Examples

I desire to speak with you.

She has desired him since they first met.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To want; to wish for earnestly.
  2. 2.To put a request to (someone); to entreat.
  3. 3.To want emotionally or sexually.
  4. 4.To express a wish for; to entreat; to request.
  5. 5.To require; to demand; to claim.

adjective

  1. 1.Wished-for, longed-for

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