Cool MateMeaning of Wanted
Desired or sought after, often referring to something missing or needed.
In simple words: Something that someone desires or seeks.
Wanted in a sentence
- The missing child was on every 'wanted' poster in the city.
- He felt 'wanted' when his friends invited him to the party.
- The detective had a list of 'wanted' criminals to capture.
- 'Wanted' signs often depict people who are in trouble with the law.
- She always wanted to travel the world, experiencing new cultures.
How to use Wanted
Use 'wanted' to express desire or need. It's suitable for formal or informal contexts but can sound slightly dramatic in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
wanted + object
Memory hint
Think 'Wand' - a magical wish for something you desire.
Related words
Collocations with Wanted
- wanted criminals
- wanted list
- wanted poster
- wanted features
Synonyms for Wanted
- desired
- sought-after
- needed
- craved
Opposites of Wanted
- unwanted
- undesirable
- rejected
Common mistakes with Wanted
- Confusing 'want' as a verb and 'wanted' as a past participle.
- Using 'want' instead of 'wanted' for past tense situations.
- 'Wanted' is often misused with a plural subject.
Wanted appears in
Wanted in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مطلوب
شيء يرغب فيه شخص ما أو يبحث عنه.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Wanted
এমন কিছু যা কেউ কামনা করে বা খোঁজে।
- GermanDeutsch
Gesucht
Etwas, das jemand begehrt oder sucht.
- SpanishEspañol
Buscado/a, Deseado/a
Algo que alguien quiere o busca.
- Persianفارسی
مورد نیاز، تحت تعقیب
چیزی که کسی آن را میخواهد یا دنبالش است.
- FrenchFrançais
Recherché
Quelque chose que quelqu'un désire ou recherche.
- Hindiहिन्दी
वांछित
कोई ऐसी चीज़ जिसकी किसी को चाहत हो या जिसकी तलाश हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Ricercato
Qualcosa che qualcuno desidera o cerca.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Procurado
Algo que alguém deseja ou procura.
- RussianРусский
Wanted
Что-то, чего кто-то желает или ищет.
- Urduاردو
مطلوب
کوئی ایسی چیز جس کی کسی کو خواہش ہو یا جسے وہ تلاش کر رہا ہو۔
- Chinese中文
Wanted
别人想要或寻求的东西。
More words like Wanted
- Desired
- AddressA1
details of where somebody lives or works and where letters, etc. can be sent
- Not even a trace of __
There is absolutely nothing remaining.
- From you so long
Indicates that someone has been absent for a considerable time.
- I should have known
Expresses regret for not recognizing something sooner.
- There'd come a day
An expression indicating that a future time will arrive.
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Frequently asked questions about Wanted
What does Wanted mean?
Something that someone desires or seeks.
What is the definition of Wanted?
Desired or sought after, often referring to something missing or needed.
How do you use Wanted in a sentence?
The missing child was on every 'wanted' poster in the city.
Can you give another example of Wanted?
He felt 'wanted' when his friends invited him to the party.
What are synonyms for Wanted?
Common alternatives include desired, sought-after, needed, craved.
What is the opposite of Wanted?
Opposite meanings include unwanted, undesirable, rejected.
What words go with Wanted?
It commonly pairs with wanted criminals, wanted list, wanted poster, wanted features.
What are common mistakes when using Wanted?
Confusing 'want' as a verb and 'wanted' as a past participle. Using 'want' instead of 'wanted' for past tense situations. 'Wanted' is often misused with a plural subject.
How do you pronounce Wanted?
US: //ˈwɑːntɪd//, UK: //ˈwɒntɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Wanted?
Use 'wanted' to express desire or need. It's suitable for formal or informal contexts but can sound slightly dramatic in casual conversation.