B2adjectiveformalworksociety
US/dɪˈzaɪr.ə.bəl/
UK/dɪˈzaɪə.rə.bəl/
wanted or worth having because it is useful, attractive or good
In context
A quiet neighborhood near a good school is highly desirable for young families.
Experience abroad is desirable but not essential for this position.
It is not always desirable to keep every option open.
Words that go with desirable
adverb + adjective
- highly desirableFluent French is highly desirable.
- most desirableThis is the most desirable area of the city.
- socially desirableHonesty is a socially desirable trait.
adjective + noun
- desirable locationThe hotel has a desirable location by the sea.
- desirable outcomePeace is the most desirable outcome.
- desirable qualityPatience is a desirable quality in a teacher.
- desirable characteristicPatience is a desirable characteristic in a teacher.