Synonyms for desideratum

Most common

essential · requisite

All synonyms

Noun

Definitions

1. n. 1

   Something that is wished for, or considered desirable, particularly when thought to be essential.

Forms

Plural

desiderata → wants, essentials, requisites…

Example sentences

• essential Selfishness is an essential part of his character.
• requisite I won't be able to go travelling until the requisite visa fees are paid.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

4 letters

want¹

9 letters

essential³, requisite³

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (essential³ = 3 syllables).

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desiderata