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wanting

/ˈwɑntɪŋ/adjective2 syllables

Wanting means: nonexistent.

Synonyms for wanting7

adjective, as in nonexistent

lacking, absent, missing, nonexistent

adjective, as in inadequate in amount or degree

deficient, lacking, inadequate, unequal

What does wanting mean?2

adjective

1

nonexistent“the thumb is absent”

2

inadequate in amount or degree“a deficient education”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

Wanting in a sentence

  • The assurance and jauntiness which generally marked his demeanour and dress were however, wanting.Hybrid
  • He didn't eat much, wanting to leave some over for breakfast.sundown
  • He fervently drank up the beer, wanting to forget everything, to forget her.DJ_Saidez
  • Anyone wanting to play hide-and-seek, touch my finger.terrywallwork
  • Anyone wanting to play hide-and-seek, take my finger.terrywallwork
  • He heaped strong praise on the horse, wanting to get it as a gift.Miktsoanit
  • When you're wanting to have a drink, there's nothing as refreshing as drinking water.LoverofEnglish
  • Ponies are bad, but wanting them isn't bad.Ooneykcall

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