wanted 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of wantednext
as in liked

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wanted

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verb

past tense of want
1
as in craved
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy I want a new car so badly!

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2
as in needed
to have as a requirement that stray cat wants food and a clean place to sleep

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3
as in wished
to see fit do what you want

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4
as in enjoyed
to wish to have I want some ice cream for dessert, please

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wanted
  1. preferred
  2. required
  3. enjoyed
  4. desirable
Adjective
  • Just 13 brands encompass the preferred cereals of every state, and the two most popular are favorites in 23 states, according to Google Trends data.
    Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Streaming has supplanted traditional pay TV as the preferred method of viewing for millions of Canadians.
    Alex Sherman, CNBC, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of preferred
Verb
  • The prices given are those indicated by state tax stamps required on all deeds.
    Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The Challenges Of Remote Collaboration Efficient communication is required for every project.
    Øyvind Forsbak, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of required
Verb
  • Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2023, Lundqvist enjoyed an elite 15-year NHL career with the New York Rangers.
    Carol Schram, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Keith Urban has enjoyed decades as one of the most successful musicians in the country industry, especially in America.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of enjoyed
Adjective
  • Alec Bohm was a 2024 National League All-Star and has two seasons of arbitration eligibility remaining which is desirable to several major league ball clubs looking for an upgrade through a trade with the Phillies.
    Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr., Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
  • And yet, many other big nations have natural resources and large, desirable territories.
    The Editors, National Review, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of desirable
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