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want Definition and Meaning in English (want definition)

verb
Synonyms:desirewishcrave
Quick Answer • Definition

Want definition: To have a desire or wish for something.

Definitions of Want

  1. 1verb

    To have a desire or wish for something.

  2. 2verb

    To require something because it is essential or very important.

  3. 3noun

    A lack or shortage of something.

Example Sentences

casual

“I want a new book to read this weekend.”

casual

“She wants to travel the world and experience different cultures.”

formal

“There is a great want of skilled workers in the industry.”

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singularwants
past tensewanted
present participlewanting
nounwant

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

want for nothingidiom

To have everything one needs or desires.

want outphrasal_verb

To want to leave a situation or relationship.

want inphrasal_verb

To want to join a group or activity.

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'Want' translates to 'want' in English. Want definition: To have a desire or wish for something.
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