Wanted (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Desired or wished for or sought; "couldn't keep her eyes off the wanted toy"; "a wanted criminal"; "a wanted poster".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The police had been searching for the wanted suspect for weeks.
- She couldn't keep her eyes off the wanted toy on the top shelf of the store.
- The authorities put up a wanted poster with the fugitive's picture and description.
- The new smartphone was the most wanted gift during the holiday season.
- The charity received a generous donation from a wanted philanthropist in the community.
Antonyms
Meaning 2
Characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for; "a cherished friend"; "children are precious"; "a treasured heirloom"; "so good to feel wanted".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She felt happy and content knowing she was a wanted member of the family.
- It was clear from the warm welcome that he was a wanted guest at the party.
- The new employee was made to feel wanted by the team on her first day.
- Being around her loving family made her feel wanted and appreciated.
- After years of feeling like an outcast, he finally felt wanted and accepted by his peers.