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desired

Divide desired into syllables:

de · sired

How to pronounce desired:

Synonyms for desired:

welcomecovetedneededwanteddesirableintended

Antonyms for desired:

unwantedupsettingawfulsaddistastefulunpalatabledispleasingunfavorableregrettableappalling
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