desiring
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈzaɪərɪŋ/
KK: /dɪˈzaɪərɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A strong feeling of wanting something or wishing for something to happen.
Example
Her desiring for adventure led her to travel the world.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about what you're really desiring in life?
Yeah, sometimes I feel like I want more than just the usual things.
Exactly! I think desiring something deeper can really change our perspective.
Totally! It makes you appreciate what you have even more.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
craving
longing
wish
Antonyms
aversion
dislike
indifference
verb
Definition
To want something very much or to wish for something.
Example
She is desiring a new bicycle for her birthday.
Tense Forms
Past: desired
Past Participle: desired
Conversation
I’ve been desiring to travel somewhere new this year.
That sounds exciting! Where do you want to go?
I’m really desiring to visit Japan for the cherry blossoms.
Root Explanation
Desiring → It is formed from "desire" (from Old French *desir*, meaning to long for or wish) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form present participles). The word "desiring" means the act of longing for or wishing for something.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word for longing or wishing, which helps you remember that desiring is the act of wanting something.
Visually Confused Words
undesiring
despairing
deserving
weiring
undespairing
spiring
siering
disring