B2
desirable vs desirous
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| desirableadjective/dɪˈzaɪr.ə.bəl/ | Meaning wanted or worth having because it is useful, attractive or good | Goes with highly desirable | Example A quiet neighborhood near a good school is highly desirable for young families. |
| desirousadjective/dɪˈzaɪr.əs/ | Meaning wanting something very much | Goes with — | Example He was desirous of a quiet life far from the city. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Patience is a characteristic in a teacher.