desired
Longed for deeply
Desired describes something wanted or sought after.
A desired outcome is the result you hope for.
The desired effect is what something is meant to achieve.
She finally got her desired promotion.
As a past participle, it indicates what someone wished for: He arrived at the desired time.
To leave much to be desired means to fall significantly short of expectations.
Much wanted by many
- covetedGreatly desired by many
- in-demandWidely wanted, actively pursued
- prizedGreatly valued or esteemed
- wantedLonged for
pursued · chased · requested · preferred · favored · popular · trendy · fashionable
Desired intensely
- pinedAched with longing
- cravedIntensely longed for
- achedExperienced dull discomfort
- wishedWanted something earnestly
hoped · dreamed · fantasized · hungered · thirsted · hankered · nostalgic · wistful
Highly esteemed, greatly valued
- treasuredRegarded with deep affection
- cherishedHeld dear, prized
- prizedGreatly valued or esteemed
- esteemedGreatly respected, admired
appreciated · beloved · adored · revered · venerated · idolized · invaluable · priceless
Arousing covetous feelings
- eliteSuperior select group
- exclusiveLimited to one group
- prestigiousHaving high standing
- luxuriousMarked by costly elegance
glamorous · privileged · successful · wealthy · powerful · influential · admired · respected
Deliberately chosen
- preferredChosen above alternatives
- favoredShown special preference
- pickedChose from options
- electedChosen by ballot
appointed · designated · nominated · specified · requested · intended · planned · predetermined
Powerfully appealing
- appealingPleasant and inviting
- enticingPowerfully attractive
- captivatingDeeply holding one's attention
- irresistibleImpossible to withstand
magnetic · seductive · enchanting · bewitching · fascinating · charming · fetching · engaging
sought-after
Much wanted by many
- covetedGreatly desired by many
- in-demandWidely wanted, actively pursued
- prizedGreatly valued or esteemed
wanted · pursued · chased · requested · preferred · favored · popular · trendy · fashionable · hot
yearned
Desired intensely
wished · hoped · dreamed · fantasized · hungered · thirsted · hankered · nostalgic · wistful · eager
precious
Highly esteemed, greatly valued
esteemed · appreciated · beloved · adored · revered · venerated · idolized · invaluable · priceless · dear
enviable
Arousing covetous feelings
- eliteSuperior select group
- exclusiveLimited to one group
- prestigiousHaving high standing
luxurious · glamorous · privileged · successful · wealthy · powerful · influential · admired · respected · status
selected
Deliberately chosen
elected · appointed · designated · nominated · specified · requested · intended · planned · predetermined · ideal
alluring
Powerfully appealing
- appealingPleasant and inviting
- enticingPowerfully attractive
- captivatingDeeply holding one's attention
irresistible · magnetic · seductive · enchanting · bewitching · fascinating · charming · fetching · engaging · tantalizing
desiredunintentional
Not done on purpose
unintended · accidental · unplanned · inadvertent · unexpected
desiredunacceptable
Not meeting required standards
unsatisfactory · inadequate · objectionable · substandard · intolerable
- unconscious desiresWants below awareness
- burning desireIntense emotional craving
- heart's desireOne's truest want
- left much to be desiredWas unsatisfactory or lacking
- leaves much to be desiredInadequate, needing improvement
- sexual desireCraving for physical intimacy
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