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desiring

/dɪˈzaɪ(ə)ɹɪŋ/

Meanings
  • verb (intransitive, transitive)

    having a strong desire or passion for something

    - "She was desiring to buy a new car."
    - "He was desiring to be with her."
    - "I am desiring a promotion at work."
  • verb (transitive)

    expressing a strong desire or request for something

    - "He was desiring a glass of water."
    - "She was desiring the teacher's attention."
    - "The children were desiring candy."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with desiring
desiring , admiring , inspiring , tiresome , acquiring , desiringly , requiring , inspiringly , admiringly , acquiringly , expiring , retiring , inspiringe , admiringly , inspiringly , acquiringly
Variants
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desire , desired , desires , desiring
Forms
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desired, desiring, desires


Etymology
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Originally meant 'to ask for' or 'to crave' in Old French.


Trivia
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  1. Desiring is a verb that comes from the Old French word 'desirer', which means 'to ask for' or 'to crave'.

  2. Desiring is often used interchangeably with the word 'desire'.

  3. Desiring can be used to describe both a strong emotion or passion, as well as a request or plea for something.


Related Concepts
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  1. craving: A strong desire or urge for something, often for food or substances.

  2. longing: A deep feeling of desire or yearning for something or someone.


Culture
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Desiring is a common theme in literature, art, and music, often portrayed as a powerful emotion that drives characters and stories forward.

How to Memorize "desiring"

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