to want
Third Person
wants
Present Participle
wanting
Past Tense
wanted
Past Participle
wanted
1
to wish to do or have something
transitive
- He wants to go to the beach.
- I just want a glass of water for today.
- Jane wanted to learn how to play the guitar, so she took lessons.
- Mary wants to be a doctor when she grows up.
- What does she want for her birthday?
Synonyms:
2
to desire or need someone or something to be in a specific place or doing a certain thing
- The boss wants you in his office for a meeting.
- The chef wants you to taste the sauce and give your opinion.
- The coach wants you to practice your moves every day.
- The teacher wants you in class on time.
3
used to advise someone or give suggestions about a certain matter
transitive
- You want to be careful when crossing the street.
- You want to check your email before you leave the house.
- You want to double-check the instructions before you start the project.
- You want to make sure you arrive on time for the interview.
- You want to wear sunscreen to avoid getting sunburned.
4
to suffer the lack of something
transitive
- The city wants for more public transportation options.
- The desert landscape wants for vegetation and water.
- The old car wants for proper maintenance and repairs.
- The poor family wants for basic necessities like food and shelter.