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desideratum

noun
/dɪˌsɪdəˈreɪtəm/

Meaning

something that is desired or considered necessary

Example Sentences

For many students, financial aid is a desideratum.

Synonyms

requirement, necessity, want, need

Antonyms

luxury, dispensable

Collocations

essential desideratum, important desideratum

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