noun
desiring
dih-ZEYE-rihng
Desiring (noun) means a strong wish or longing for something. Example: “His desiring of fame eventually cost him his privacy.”
noun
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A strong wish or longing for something.
"His desiring of fame eventually cost him his privacy."
How to use desiring
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of wanting something strongly.
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What does “desiring” mean?
The word “desiring” means a strong wish or longing for something. In plain terms, the act of wanting something strongly.
How do you pronounce “desiring”?
“Desiring” is pronounced dih-ZEYE-rihng (/dɪˈzaɪ(ə)ɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “desiring” in a sentence?
Here is “desiring” used in a sentence: “His desiring of fame eventually cost him his privacy.”
What part of speech is “desiring”?
“Desiring” is a noun.
