want
名词
定义 want 名词
lack
- Uncountable
a deficiency or absence of something.
Lacking a more appealing option, I decided to watch some TV.
Even if our attempt is unsuccessful, it won't be due to a lack of effort.
The project failed for want of sufficient funding.
片语 want 名词
- wants
The things that someone needs or desires.
• His wants are very few when it comes to material possessions.
- in want of
Being in a state of needing or lacking something.
• The old warehouse looks dilapidated and is in want of a major renovation.
动词
定义 want 动词
wish
- A1Transitive
to have a desire for something or to have a plan of action.
I desire some cookies.
She hopes to have a meeting with you.
He embodies all the qualities one could desire in a man – intelligent, humorous, and charming.
- Transitive
to require or need someone to be present.
Is my presence required at the meeting tomorrow?
The police are currently looking for him.
She is highly wanted in the entire team.
need
- Transitive
to have a need for something.
Do you think this sauce needs a bit of vanilla?
This computer wants a software update.
This shirt wants ironing.
片语 want 动词
- want to
Used to give advice, indicating that someone should do something.
• You want to submit your application before the deadline.
- want in/out of
To express a desire to become involved in or to withdraw from a particular activity or situation.
• After several failed attempts, he decided he wanted out of the business.
成语
- tried and found wanting
Having been tested or tried and subsequently found to be inadequate or not meeting the required standards.
• This solution was tried and found wanting in practical application.
- not/never want for anything
To have all the essential necessities and comforts for a fulfilling life; to lack nothing of importance.
• They never want for anything financially, always managing to live comfortably.