Desirous

/dɪˈzaɪərəs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

having a strong desire or longing for something.

She was desirous of a promotion at work, pushing herself to exceed expectations.

having an inclination towards something; eager.

The children were desirous of adventure during their summer vacation.

feeling a wish or desire for something; wanting.

He was always desirous of knowledge, reading every book he could find.

Middle English, from Old French desirous, from Latin desiderare.

desirous of success

having a strong wish to achieve success.

desirous heart

a heart filled with longing or desire.

desire

a strong feeling of wanting to have something.

longing

a yearning desire.

having a crush on someone

He's been so desirous of her since they met.

really wanting something flashy or fancy

They're feeling desirous about that new car.