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Meaning of desirable
Having a pleasing or attractive quality that makes someone or something wanted or liked.
Etymology of desirable
The word "desirable" comes from the Old French word "desirer," which means "to wish or long for"
It is derived from the Latin word "desiderare," which is a combination of "de" (meaning "from" or "away") and "sidus" (meaning "star" or "heavenly body"), and originally meant "to feel the absence of"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something or someone that is wanted or liked
Synonyms
attractive
appealing
alluring
enticing
tempting
captivating
charming
lovely
pleasant
agreeable
satisfying
enjoyable
pleasing
delightful
wonderful
excellent
superb
outstanding
exceptional
coveted
sought-after
prized
valued
cherished
admired
enviable
envied
flattering
inviting
irresistible
magnetic
seductive
winsome
fetching
prepossessing
engaging
winsome
endearing
sweet
nice
likable
likeworthy
laudable
commendable
meritorious
creditable
worthy
estimable
respectable
honorable
reputable
good
fine
superior
first-rate
first-class
choice
select
exclusive
elite
premium
prime
top-notch
top-class
high-class
luxurious
opulent
sumptuous
lavish
grand
magnificent
resplendent
dazzling
brilliant
glorious
splendid
sublime
gorgeous
stunning
breathtaking
ravishing
beautiful
handsome
comely
fair
pretty
picturesque
scenic
idyllic
heavenly
divine
exquisite
elegant
refined
cultured
sophisticated
polished
urbane
civilized
Elysian
paradisiacal
blissful
heavenly
delightful
delectable
luscious
appetizing
tasty
savory
palatable
gratifying
satisfying
pleasurable
enjoyable
pleasant
comfortable
cozy
snug
warm
welcoming
hospitable
genial
cordial
affable
amiable
friendly
congenial
sociable
gregarious
convivial
clubbable
clubable
Definitions
- Giving great pleasure or enjoyment
- * Worthy of being liked or desired
- * Having a pleasing or attractive quality
Usage Examples
- The desirable location of the house made it very attractive to potential buyers
- * She thought he was a desirable partner, both intelligent and kind
- * The company is looking for a desirable candidate with excellent communication skills
Antonyms
undesirable
unwanted
unwelcome
uninviting
unappealing
unattractive
repellent
repulsive
disgusting
distasteful
objectionable
unpleasant
disagreeable
unsatisfying
unenjoyable
displeasing
annoying
irritating
infuriating
exasperating
frustrating
disappointing
unsatisfactory
inadequate
insufficient
inferior
poor
bad
worse
worst
awful
terrible
abysmal
odious
hateful
abhorrent
loathsome
detestable
contemptible
despicable
vile
heinous
atrocious
execrable
reprehensible
blameworthy
censurable
condemnable