WANTING Desiring or lacking something, wanting can also refer to a feeling of need or desire, while the plural form wants can refer to the things desired, the -ing form wanting can describe the act of desiring, the -ed form wanted can describe the past tense of desiring, the -er form wanter can describe someone who desires, the -est form wantest can describe the most desirous, and the -ly form wantingly can describe something done with desire or need.
The word WANTING can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
Understanding words like WANTING helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.
Word: WANTING
Length: 7 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word WANTING can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.