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desirable (di ZIGHR uh b'l) (noun)
Something or someone that draws favourable attention: The desirable that Irving admired on the table was the tasty dish of food.
desirable (di ZIGHR uh b'l) (adjective)
Referring to something which is pleasing or valuable: Diamonds are considered a desirable investment.
desirous (di ZIGHR uhs) (adjective)
Characterized by a wish to have something: Jana was desirous of making a good impression during the job interview.
Wendy is desirous of acquiring that desirable piece of property down by the river.
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desirous
Seeking or wishing for something very much: "Both parents were desirous of finding a quick solution to the problem of financing their son's college education."
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(Latin: desirous, desiring, to desire, desired)