DESIRABLE Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

desirable

adjective

di-ˈzī-rə-bəl

Definition of desirable

as in sexy

sexually attractive the desirable young stars of a television reality show

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as in prudent

suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances a desirable location for the new house

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Recent Examples of desirable The Alyvia Hotel at Mill District sits in one of wine country’s most desirable towns, on land with its own layered history. — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026 Both Miami Beach neighborhoods are desirable among wealthy buyers because of their waterfront access. — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026 In contrast, charismatic signaling typically involves articulating a vision that connects present circumstances with a desirable collective future. — Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Different patterns and styles are also desirable because some are very rare. — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for desirable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable

Adjective

Warmer Oak and Honey-Toned Flooring are IN So, if cooler grays are no longer the sexy single on the block, then who is?

— Jason Rueger, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
The companies the agents were (again, allegedly) selling were the sexiest private company names out there, including Anduril, Anthropic, Perplexity, and SpaceX (before its IPO).

— Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of sexy

Adjective

Acknowledging this facet is actually a prudent alignment with the field of psychology.

— Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Even though the channel bears his name, Mayer is prudent about programming an appropriate amount of his own music, usually three or four times an hour.

— Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of prudent

Adjective

It’s been hot in Pasadena lately, and according to Cat Chen, the best way to deal with the heat is simple—have your friends over, keep the AC running, and serve a refreshing menu alongside a crisp white wine.

— Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
Commerce production assistant Hailey Roy, who has 3C curls, actually skips a hot tool altogether.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of hot

Adjective

These cities make sense 🧳 ➤ Shedeur Sanders is wiser in Year 2 of Browns QB competition.

— Jim Reineking, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
In addition to playing in a more social and less competitive (skill-wise) genre, Jackbox is offering lower-spec games than its AAA competition.

— Jennifer Maas, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of wise

Adjective

Choose one repeatable step, book it into your calendar, and let consistency make the plan more possible.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
Lawmakers in Canada, in an effort to be diplomatic, had rescinded that Online Streaming Act to get more favorable terms on a possible cross-border trade and tariffs deal.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of possible

Adjective

However, the piece maintains that vague assurances are not enough and that Becerra should commit to a specific time and place, framing a face-to-face debate as an obligation rather than a tactical option.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
North Korea has previously described the 600 mm system, known externally as the KN-25, as being able to deliver tactical nuclear warheads.

— Joyce Lee, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of tactical

Adjective

Whether drinking a shot of olive oil all on its own, or with a squeeze of lemon, is advisable, well, that may also depend on you and your constitution.

— Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 16 Aug. 2026
The board concluded the merger is no longer advisable, highlighting rapid shifts in retail acquisition economics.

— Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026