Desirable — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /di-ˈzī-rə-bəl/ de·sir·able

Meaning & Definition of Desirable

Desirable (adjective)

  1. having pleasing qualities or properties, attractive; specifically, sexually attractive
  2. worth seeking or doing as advantageous, beneficial, or wise, advisable

Desirable (noun)

  1. a person or thing that merits or attracts favorable attention and consideration, one that is desirable

Desirable (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. sexually attractive

    "the desirable young stars of a television reality show"

    similar: bodacious, dishy, hot, luscious, sexy, toothsome
    related: foxy, nubile, hunky, studly (slang), alluring, seductive, sultry, vampish, vampy

  2. suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances

    "a desirable location for the new house"

    similar: advisable, expedient, judicious, politic, prudent, tactical, wise
    related: advantageous, beneficial, profitable, useful, utilitarian, feasible, possible, practicable, practical, opportune, seasonable, timely, opportunistic, self-seeking
    opposite: impolitic, imprudent, inadvisable, inexpedient, injudicious, unwise
    near: impractical, profitless, unfeasible, unprofitable, inopportune, unseasonable, untimely

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Desirable

The most common words with a similar meaning to Desirable:

bodacious, dishy, hot, luscious, sexy, toothsome, advisable, expedient, judicious, politic, prudent, tactical, wise

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Desirable

Words with the opposite meaning of Desirable:

impolitic, imprudent, inadvisable, inexpedient, injudicious, unwise

Related Words for Desirable

foxy, nubile, hunky, studly, alluring, seductive, sultry, vampish, vampy, advantageous, beneficial, profitable, useful, utilitarian, feasible, possible, practicable, practical, opportune, seasonable, timely, opportunistic, self-seeking

Near Antonyms of Desirable

impractical, profitless, unfeasible, unprofitable, inopportune, unseasonable, untimely

Word Forms of Desirable

Derived words: desirableness (noun), desirably (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Desirable

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Desirable

What does "Desirable" mean?

"Desirable" means having pleasing qualities or properties, attractive; specifically, sexually attractive. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: having pleasing qualities or properties, attractive; specifically, sexually attractive. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Desirable"?

Other words for "Desirable" include bodacious, dishy, hot, luscious, sexy, toothsome, advisable and expedient. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Desirable" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Desirable"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Desirable". Common alternatives include bodacious, dishy, hot, luscious, sexy, toothsome, advisable, expedient, judicious and politic.

What is the opposite of "Desirable"?

Antonyms of "Desirable" include impolitic, imprudent, inadvisable, inexpedient, injudicious and unwise. Near antonyms include impractical, profitless, unfeasible and unprofitable.

How do you use "Desirable" in a sentence?

Examples of "Desirable" in a sentence: "the desirable young stars of a television reality show"; "a desirable location for the new house".

Is "Desirable" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Desirable" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Desirable"?

"Desirable" is pronounced /di-ˈzī-rə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as de·sir·able.

What is the origin of the word "Desirable"?

First known use: 14th century.