Desirable
dɪˈzaɪərəbəl
Definitions
Worthy of being wished for or sought after; pleasing, attractive, or agreeable.
dɪˈzaɪərəbəl
Worthy of being desired; pleasing or attractive
The company is offering a highly desirable benefits package.
💡 Simply: Something desirable is something you really, really want or find attractive. Like a delicious dessert after a long meal or a sunny day after a week of rain. If someone is desirable, it means they're attractive or appealing.
👶 For kids: Something desirable is something you really want to have or do, like a yummy ice cream cone!
More Examples
The house in the countryside is a desirable place to live.
The job offers a desirable salary and opportunities for growth.
How It's Used
"A desirable location for a new business."
"He is considered a desirable bachelor."
"The new model is highly desirable."
From Middle English, from Old French desirable, from desirer ('to desire') + -able (forming adjectives).
The word 'desirable' has been used in English since the late 14th century to describe something worthy of being desired.
Memory tip
Think of a beautiful, comfortable home you'd love to live in. That's desirable!