Desirous

B2 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of desirous

keen
craving
eager

Antonyms of desirous

apathetic
indifferent
uninterested

Collocations of desirous

desirous of
Frequency: 80 %

She was desirous of success in her career.

desirous to
Frequency: 70 %

He was desirous to learn new skills.

desirous for
Frequency: 60 %

They were desirous for change in their lives.

desirous eyes
Frequency: 40 %

She looked at him with desirous eyes.

desirous glance
Frequency: 35 %

He gave her a desirous glance across the room.

Idiomatic Expressions for desirous

  • Phrase: desirous eyes
    Meaning: expressing a strong desire or longing through one's gaze
    Usage: He looked at her with desirous eyes, hoping she would agree to go out with him.