desire
Translation
desire, wish, longing
Examples
He has a strong desire for power.
He has a strong desire for power.
She expressed her desires clearly.
She expressed her desires clearly.
Grammar Patterns
a desire ((for sth.)) He has a desire for success.
a desire ((to-inf)) She has a desire to travel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wish, want, longing, craving, aspiration
Etymology
From Latin 'desiderium' (longing, desire), related to the verb 'desiderare' (to long for).
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of the verb 'to desire'. It's the 'thing' that you want.