Desire

22 words & definitions

crave
To have a very strong feeling of wanting something, even desperately
hanker
To feel a strong desire to do or have something
dibs
The right to have or choose something
druthers
A person's preference in a matter
gusto
Enjoyment or vigor in doing something; zest
penchant
A strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something
zeal
Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective
zest
Great enthusiasm and energy
yearn
To have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from.
whim
A sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained
zealot
A fanatical person who is unyielding in their spiritual or political pursuits.
obsession
Not being able to stop thinking about something.
aspiration
A strong desire or ambition to achieve something.
envy
The desire to have something that someone else has.
evoke
To bring a feeling, memory, or image into someone’s mind.
incentive
Something that serves as a reason or stimulus for effort or improvement; a reward or motivation that encourages someone to take a specific action.
insatiable
Impossible to satisfy, especially a strong desire or appetite.
juicy
Highly interesting, exciting, or sensational, especially regarding gossip or news.
lust
A powerful urge or longing – a deep-seated drive that can sometimes lead to irrational or impulsive behavior, often of a sexual nature.
ravenous
Extremely hungry; eager or craving something in an intense or insatiable way.
inclination
A tendency or preference toward something; a liking or desire.
alluring
Powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating.