n. an inclination to want things; "a man of many desires"

n. the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

n. something that is desired

n. [the sensation of an intense hope or wish]

v. feel or have a desire for; want strongly; "I want to go home now"; "I want my own room"

v. express a desire for

v. expect and wish; "I trust you will behave better from now on"; "I hope she understands that she cannot expect a raise"