1: to long or hope for : exhibit or feel desire for desire success knew that men still desired her 2a: to express a wish for : REQUEST they desire an immediate answer barchaic : to express a wish to : ASK desired them to reconsider3obsolete : INVITE
intransitive verb: to have or feel desire They may come if they so desire.
desirenoun
Definition of desire (Entry 2 of 2)1: conscious impulse (see IMPULSE entry 1 sense 1) toward something that promises enjoyment or satisfaction in its attainment ridding oneself of all desireshow humans process desire2a: LONGING, CRAVINGteenagers’ desire for independence… the inexpensive homebuilt craft that satisfy many people’s desire to fly— James Fallowsb: sexual urge or appetite3: something longed or hoped for : something desiredYou are my heart’s desire.4: a usually formal request or petition for some action
INVITE
1a: to request the presence or participation of invited us to dinnerb: to request formallyc: to urge politely : WELCOMEinvite comments2a: to increase the likelihood of invite troubleb: to offer an incentive or inducement to : ENTICE