desirable — Worth having or seeking; attractive and wanted by many people. Something that has qualities that make it appealing or valuable.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Worth having or seeking; attractive and wanted by many people. Something that has qualities that make it appealing or valuable.
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈzaɪrəbəl/
Example Sentences
- Having a good sense of humor is a desirable trait in a friend.
- The apartment was in such a desirable area that people were willing to pay twice the normal rent.
- My grandmother's cooking skills are so desirable that even Gordon Ramsay would ask for her recipe.
desirable
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈzaɪrəbəl/]
Worth having or seeking; attractive and wanted by many people. Something that has qualities that make it appealing or valuable.
Worth having or seeking; attractive and wanted by many people. Something that has qualities that make it appealing or valuable.
What's truly desirable is also admirable and inspirable!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'desiderare' meaning 'to long for' or 'to miss.' The word originally came from ancient astronomers who would look up at the stars ('sidera') and wish for what was missing or absent from their lives.
Breakdown
de- (away from, lacking) + sider- (stars) + -able (capable of being)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Having a good sense of humor is a desirable trait in a friend.”
“The apartment was in such a desirable area that people were willing to pay twice the normal rent.”
“My grandmother's cooking skills are so desirable that even Gordon Ramsay would ask for her recipe.”
“A calm personality is desirable when working in customer service.”
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