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Exam: TOEFL

desirable

IPA: /dɪˈzaɪərəbl/

KK: /dɪˈzaɪərəbəl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is wanted or wished for because it has good qualities or benefits.

Example: A job with flexible hours is often seen as a desirable option for many workers.

noun

Definition: A person or thing that is wanted or wished for because of its good qualities or features.

Example: The new smartphone model is considered a desirable item among tech enthusiasts.

desirableness

IPA: /dɪˈzaɪərəbəl/

KK: /dɪˈzaɪərəbəl/

noun

Definition: The quality of being wanted or wished for.

Example: The desirableness of the location made it a popular choice for new homes.

desirably

IPA: /dɪˈzaɪərəbli/

KK: /dɪˈzaɪərəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that makes something attractive or appealing, often leading to a strong wish for it.

Example: The new features of the phone are desirably innovative, making it a popular choice among consumers.

desire

IPA: /dɪˈzaɪə/

KK: /dɪˈzaɪər/

noun

Definition: A strong feeling of wanting something or wishing for something to happen.

Example: Her desire to travel the world inspired her to save money for a year.

transitive verb

Definition: To want something very much or to wish for something.

Example: She desires to travel the world and experience new cultures.

desiring

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.

verb

Definition: To want something very much or to wish for something.

Example: She is desiring a new bicycle for her birthday.

desirous

IPA: /dɪˈzaɪərəs/

KK: /dɪˈzaɪərəs/

adjective

Definition: Feeling a strong wish or longing for something.

Example: She was desirous of a new adventure in her life.

desirously

IPA: /dɪˈzaɪərəsli/

KK: /dɪˈzaɪərəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a strong wish or longing for something.

Example: She looked at the beautiful dress desirously, wishing it were hers.

desirousness

IPA: /dɪˈzaɪərəsnəs/

KK: /dɪˈzaɪərəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of wanting something or having a strong wish for something.

Example: Her desirousness for adventure led her to travel the world.

desist

IPA: /dɪˈzɪst/

KK: /dɪˈzɪst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To stop doing something or to refrain from continuing an action.

Example: She decided to desist from arguing and let the matter go.

desistance

IPA: /dɪˈzɪstəns/

KK: /dɪˈzɪstəns/

noun

Definition: The act of stopping or refraining from doing something.

Example: His desistance from smoking improved his health significantly.

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