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desires

UK/dɪˈzaɪəz//dɪˈzaɪɹz/

desires is the plural of desire.

desires is the third-person singular simple present indicative of desire.

Meaning of desire

Noun

desire (usually uncountable, plural desires)

  1. (usually) The feeling of desiring; an eager longing for something.
    • Too much desire can seriously affect one’s judgement.
  2. (countable, usually) Someone or something wished for.
    • It is my desire to speak with you.
    Synonyms:
    pleasure, mind, wanna
  3. (usually) Strong attraction, particularly romantic or sexual.
    • His desire for her kept him awake at night.
  4. (usually) Motivation.
    Synonyms:
    wanna, want-to

See all 10 meanings of desire

Phrases with desires

Questions about desires

What is desires the plural of?
Desires is the plural of desire.
How do you pronounce desires?
Desires is pronounced /dɪˈzaɪəz/ (UK).

Words near desires in the dictionary

  1. desirelessness
  2. desirement
  3. desirements
  4. desirer
  5. desirers
  6. desires
  7. desirest
  8. desireth
  9. desiring
  10. desiring-production
  11. desiring-productions

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