desire (n.)

  1. the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

  2. an inclination to want things; a man of many desires'

  3. something that is desired

    desire (v.)

  1. feel or have a desire for; want strongly; I want to go home now; I want my own room

    [ Syn: want ]

  2. expect and wish; I trust you will behave better from now on; I hope she understands that she cannot expect a raise

    [ Syn: hope , trust ]

  3. express a desire for

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