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desiderato — meaning in English

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English meaning

coveted adjective Wanted eagerly by many people; highly desired.
desired adj Wanted or wished for.

Senses

desiderato is used for these senses in English:

coveted Highly sought-after.
desideratum Something that is wished for, or considered desirable, particularly when thought to be essential. [from mid 17th c.]
desired wished-for, longed-for

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Italian words

agognato ambito