Difference between Desire and Want

What is the difference between Desire and Want?

Desire as a verb is more formal or stronger word for want. while Want as a verb is to wish for or desire (something).

Part of speech: verb

Definition: More formal or stronger word for want. Another word for want, connoting emotion.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Someone or something wished for. Strong attraction, particularly romantic. The feeling of desire.

Example sentence: The way to gain a good reputation is to endeavor to be what you desire to appear.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Lack (of), absence of.poverty

Part of speech: verb

Definition: to wish for or desire (something).To lack (something).To require (something).

Example sentence: You have succeeded in life when all you really want is only what you really need.

We hope you now know whether to use Desire or Want in your sentence.