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What is another word for desirous of?

Pronunciation: [dɪzˈa͡ɪ͡əɹəs ɒv] (IPA)

When it comes to expressing desire or longing for something, "desirous of" is just one way to do it. There are a variety of synonyms that can be used instead such as "yearning for," "craving," "hankering after," "longing for," "coveting," "wanting," "aching for," "hoping for," "aching to get," and "eager for." Each word may have slightly different connotations, but all convey a sense of strong desire or urge to obtain something desired. So next time you want to express a strong yearning or craving for something, try switching up the wording and using one of these synonyms for "desirous of" instead.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Desirous of

  • Your Majesty, I took the liberty because I was so desirous of visiting alone with you for a few minutes before the rest of the other peasants arrived.
    Walter Annenberg
  • As I grew up I was fervently desirous of becoming acquainted with Nature.
    John James Audubon
  • You will certainly not doubt the necessity of studying astronomy and physics, if you are desirous of comprehending the relation between the world and Providence as it is in reality, and not according to imagination.
    Maimonides
  • Insurrection by means of guerrilla bands is the true method of warfare for all nations desirous of emancipating themselves from a foreign yoke. It is invincible, indestructible.
    Giuseppe Mazzini
  • Do not be desirous of having things done quickly. Do not look at small advantages. Desire to have things done quickly prevents their being done thoroughly. Looking at small advantages prevents great affairs from being accomplished.
    Wilson Mizner

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