desired
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /dɪˈzaɪɚd/ · UK /dɪˈzaɪəd/
desired means: Wanted or hoped for.
adjective
WANTEDB2
Wanted or hoped for.
- The medicine had the desired effect.
- Cook the meat to the desired temperature.
- Their changes failed to produce the desired results.
Questions about desired
What does desired mean?
Wanted or hoped for.
What is desired in other languages?
Türkçe: istenen · Español: deseado · Français: souhaité · Deutsch: gewünscht · Italiano: desiderato · 日本語: 望まれる
How do you pronounce desired?
In American English /dɪˈzaɪɚd/; in British English /dɪˈzaɪəd/.
How do you use desired in a sentence?
The medicine had the desired effect. Cook the meat to the desired temperature.
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