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desire to know

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun desire to know has 1 sense
  1. desire to know, lust for learning, thirst for knowledge - curiosity that motivates investigation and study
    --1 is a kind of curiosity, wonder

Definitions from the Web

Term: Desire to Know

Definition:

The desire to know refers to a strong inclination or curiosity to acquire knowledge or information about something.

Possible Parts of Speech:

  • Noun
  • Verb
  • Adjective

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 (Noun):

In this sense, the desire to know indicates a strong feeling or longing to obtain knowledge or understanding.

Example Sentence:

His desire to know the truth about the incident led him to conduct thorough research.

Sense 2 (Verb):

When used as a verb, desire to know expresses the act of wanting or requesting to acquire information or clarification.

Example Sentence:

She desires to know what the future holds for her career.

Sense 3 (Adjective):

As an adjective, desire to know describes something or someone exhibiting a strong inclination or curiosity for knowledge.

Example Sentence:

The desire-to-know attitude of the students impressed the professor.

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