DESIRE
/dɪˈzaɪə/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of DESIRE
Someone or something wished for.
"It is my desire to speak with you."
Strong attraction, particularly romantic or sexual.
"His desire for her kept him awake at night."
The feeling of desiring; an eager longing for something.
"Too much desire can seriously affect one’s judgment."
To want; to wish for earnestly.
"I desire to speak with you."
To put a request to (someone); to entreat.
To want emotionally or sexually.
"She has desired him since they first met."
Examples of DESIRE in a Sentence
- "It is my desire to speak with you."
- "His desire for her kept him awake at night."
- "Too much desire can seriously affect one’s judgment."
- "I desire to speak with you."
Word Details
Is DESIRE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DESIRE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DESIRE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DESIRE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | e | s | i | r | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DESIRE
69 words from the letters in DESIRE
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5-letter words
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How to Use DESIRE in Word Games
DESIRE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DESIRE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DESIRE to find 69 additional valid words.