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DESIRES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Desires.

How to pronounce desires:

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Desires - as a noun

An inclination to want things

Example: "A man of many desires"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
inclinationtendency
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something that is desired

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arousal
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Desires - as a verb

Feel or have a desire for; want strongly

Example: "I want to go home now"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
want
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Expect and wish

Example: "I trust you will behave better from now on"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hopetrust

Express a desire for

Example Sentences

"His desires often conflict with his responsibilities."
"She was overwhelmed by her desires for fame and fortune."
"The novel explores the dark desires of the human heart."
"He pursued his desires relentlessly, never settling for less."
"The fulfillment of his desires brought him temporary happiness."
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Word Game Points

Is DESIRES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, desires is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DESIRES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is DESIRES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, desires is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DESIRES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is DESIRES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, desires is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DESIRES has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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