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desirous

adjectiveliteraryuncommon/dɨzɨˈʒozu/de·se·jo·so

Definition

1

Feeling or characterized by a strong desire or longing for something.

Usage examples

“He was desirous of starting his new life.”
“She gave a desirous look at the painting.”

Common combinations

desirous of peacedesirous of knowledgedesirous of change