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Definition desirable in American English

desirable adjective

adjective
/dɪˈzaɪrəb(ə)l/
1

something that is desirable has qualities that make you want it

Example

a desirable place to live

Example

a highly desirable present for any child

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1.1

used for saying that you would like something to happen

Example

It is hardly desirable to sell alcohol at gas stations.

Example

It is desirable for every country to have access to the sea.

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Definition desirable in American English