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    Désirs (en. Desires)

    /deziʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A strong will or feeling of longing for something.
    The desires of young people are often influenced by the media.
    Les désirs des jeunes sont souvent influencés par les médias.
    An intense wish to possess or achieve something.
    She has desires for travel and adventure.
    Elle a des désirs de voyage et d'aventure.
    An aspiration or longing that may be related to consumption or love.
    His romantic desires drive him to act.
    Ses désirs amoureux le poussent à agir.

    Etymology

    Concept derived from the verb to desire, originating from the Latin 'desiderare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    follow one's desires
    Acting according to what one truly wishes.
    suivre ses désirs
    desires and needs
    The distinction between what one wants and what is necessary.
    des désirs et des besoins
    fulfill one's desires
    Making something one wishes come true.
    réaliser ses désirs

    Related Words

    desire
    Wanting something eagerly.
    désirer
    longing
    A feeling of wanting something that another possesses.
    envie
    aspiration
    A sustained desire to achieve a certain goal.
    aspiration

    Slang Meanings

    Having strong cravings
    He has very straightforward desires; he hides nothing.
    Il a des désirs bien cash, il ne cache rien.
    Being in 'I want everything' mode
    Right now, he really has overwhelming desires!
    En ce moment, il est vraiment des désirs à outrance!