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 Margaret’s belief that Carrie is inherently evil because her conception wasn’t too far from rape is gone, along with Carrie’s awkwardness and chubbiness (and King’s suggestion that even fat girls can be desirable). — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2026 One less-desirable line on the resume is presiding with Zaslav over the inauspicious rebrand of HBO Max to Max in 2023. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2026 Focusing on one big headlining benefit, weight loss, created a clear, desirable benefit that sparked interest. — Jill Collins, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026 The population consisted of workers transforming the strip of land to be habitable, even desirable, reforming the cluster into a model of hospitality. — Erin Parish, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for desirable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for desirable

Adjective

The show opened with a model in a sheer set with lingerie details, an unseemingly sexy look for Chanel, carrying Gabrielle’s own Chanel flap bag, which is preserved in the Chanel Patrimoine, the archival and heritage department of the house.

— José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 9 Oct. 2026
Architects attempted to make the home itself into a sexy product.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of sexy

Adjective

Hafley didn’t say this, but keeping him out through the bye would seem prudent.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2026
In my view, a multinational AI task force of government and private sector experts from a range of disciplines would be more prudent than creating an AI Force, a quasi-military entity that would institutionalize AI’s worst impulses.

— Jason M. Blazakis, The Conversation, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of prudent

Adjective

The streamer is part of Bell Media, and company President Sean Cohan is backing Canadian producers to produce the next Heated Rivalry as Canadian content becomes hot international property.

— Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026
The spa is set to open in mid-December and promises to have a range of treatments including massages, facials, and hot/cold therapy.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of hot

Adjective

Street-wise, independent travelers wanting to immerse themselves in the city, and live like locals without any of the hassle.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
But the show already had a natural stopping point coming up that would be appropriate, storytelling-wise.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of wise

Adjective

Another 1 to 3 inches of rain is possible through the rest of the weekend, with localized totals exceeding 5 inches, as showers shift toward the Northeast.

— Erika Angulo, NBC news, 11 Oct. 2026
Cappu is using the market to meet distributors and other possible partners on the title, with available rights to be confirmed on a per-territory basis.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of possible

Adjective

When algorithms handle tactical execution, a leader’s primary mandate is cultural.

— Alexandra J. Zanela, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Two teenagers caught on camera wearing tactical-style vests and carrying what appeared to be rifles while approaching homes in a Delaware neighborhood late Friday night were pulling a prank, police said Monday.

— Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of tactical

Adjective

And with the Brewers already a lock for the postseason and running away with the top overall seed, it's given rise to questions about the most advisable course of action for the 24-year-old.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2026
The same goes for the restaurants, in particular Ayla, with only a handful of tables and a steady sweep of non-hotel guests; booking ahead is advisable.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026