desirable
Pronunciation: [dɪˈzaɪərəbəl]
Word
Context: "preference"
(adjective) when something is attractive or pleasing to want. If something is desirable, it means many people think it's a good or nice thing to have.
Example
Many families find a house with a big garden desirable for their children.
Example
The old car was not desirable because it kept breaking down.
Example
What features make a job desirable to you?
Context: "relationship"
(adjective) when someone is seen as very good for a friendship or a romantic relationship. If a person is desirable, it means others really like to be with them.
Example
He is very desirable as a friend because he is kind and fun to be around.
Example
After the argument, she felt less desirable to her friends.
Example
What traits do you think make someone desirable as a partner?
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