Meaning & Definition of Wanting in English
English⟶
Wanting
/wɑntɪŋ/
adjective
1. Nonexistent
- "The thumb is absent"
- "Her appetite was lacking"
synonym:
- lacking,
- absent,
- missing,
- wanting
2. Inadequate in amount or degree
- "A deficient education"
- "Deficient in common sense"
- "Lacking in stamina"
- "Tested and found wanting"
synonym:
- deficient,
- lacking(p),
- wanting(p)
Examples of using
There's something that I've been wanting to say to you for a long time.
Tom had a good reason for wanting to leave the house.
You're wanting to exchange your car for a more modern one.