Definition of Want
Want
want
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to wish for something, to feel a desire to do or have something, especially when it is not necessary;
e.g. She doesn't want to walk, so she will take the bus instead. We both want pizza, so we plan to order one for dinner.
(verb)
to feel a need for something, to lack something;
e.g. Most of his letters want manners, since he writes in a rather rude tone.
(verb)
to be obliged to do something, to feel the need to do something;
e.g. You want to arrive with plenty of time to spare so that you can choose the best seat.
(noun)
a feeling of desire or need for something, or something that is desired or needed;
e.g. She intends to meet their every want and request.
(noun)
a deficiency or lack of something, for example a state of poverty where one lacks essentials;
e.g. The store faces a want of employees during the holiday season. He was free from want for the first time in his life.
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Quotes
"Some people have thousands of reasons why they cannot do what they want to, when all they need is one reason why they can." -- Willis R Whitney
"Wonder what your customer really wants? Ask. Don't tell." -- Lisa Stone
Phrases
like a hole in the head
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