What is another word for expressed desire?
Pronunciation: [ɛkspɹˈɛst dɪzˈa͡ɪ͡ə] (IPA) 
Expressed desire is a phrase that describes the act of communicating one's wishes or wants. There are several synonyms for this term, including "stated preference," "voiced aspiration," "declared yearning," "articulated longing," and "verbalized craving." Each of these phrases implies a clear and intentional verbalization of someone's desires, whether they be a deep-seated longing or a passing fancy. "Expressed desire" can also be substituted by "manifested ambition," "conveyed intention," "revealed determination," and "communicated appetite." These synonyms overlap in meaning to some extent, but each has its own connotations and associations that make it useful in certain contexts. Regardless of the synonym used, all convey the idea of an individual's true and honest wishes being acknowledged and made known to others.
