What is synonyms for want
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want
/wɒnt/
A desire or wish for something.
Synonyms of want
Verbs
As in to desire
Strongest matches:
- crave
- yearn
- long
- wish
Weak matches:
- hope
- aspire
- seek
Verbs
As in to need
Strongest matches:
- require
- necessitate
Weak matches:
- demand
- call for
Verbs
As in to lack
Strongest matches:
- miss
- be without
Weak matches:
- need
- be lacking
Nouns
As in desire
Strongest matches:
- craving
- yearning
- longing
- wish
Weak matches:
- aspiration
- hope
- ambition
Nouns
As in need
Strongest matches:
- necessity
- requirement
Weak matches:
- demand
- essential
Antonyms:
dislike, reject, spurn, refuse, disdain, ignore, have, own, possess, discard, abandon, relinquish
Usage examples:
1. After a long day of work, she really wanted nothing more than a quiet evening at home with a good book.
2. The charity event was a success, generating the funds they wanted to support the local animal shelter.
3. If you want to achieve your goals, you must be willing to put in the effort and make sacrifices.
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Frequently asked questions
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