Definition of desirable Desirable

/dɪzajˈɹʌbʌl/ - [dizayrubul] - de•sir•a•ble

We found 7 definitions of desirable from 5 different sources.

What does desirable mean?

Adjective
desirable - worth having or seeking or achieving; "a desirable job"; "computer with many desirable features"; "a desirable outcome"
		undesirable, unwanted not wanted; "undesirable impurities in steel"; "legislation excluding undesirable aliens";"removed the unwanted vegetation"
		lovable, loveable having characteristics that attract love or affection; "a mischievous but lovable child"
		wanted desired or wished for or sought; "couldn't keep her eyes off the wanted toy"; "a wanted criminal"; "a wanted poster"
		coveted, in demand, sought after, desired greatly desired
		sexually attractive, delectable capable of arousing desire; "the delectable Miss Haynes"
		enviable causing envy; "an enviable position"
		plummy (of a voice) affectedly mellow and rich; "the radio announcer's plummy voice"
desirable - worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse; "the parents found the girl suitable for their son"
		suitable, worthy
		eligible qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen; "eligible to run for office"; "eligible for retirement benefits"; "an eligible bachelor"