want

/wænt/ /wɒnt/

Definitions

1. verb

to feel a strong desire or need for something

“I want to travel the world when I retire.”

2. verb

to wish for something to happen or exist

“I want it to be a sunny day for our wedding.”

3. noun

a feeling of strong desire or need for something

“I have a want for a new car.”

4. noun

a thing that is desired or needed

“The company’s main want is a new marketing strategy.”

Synonyms

  • desire
  • need
  • wish

Antonyms

  • detest
  • hate