1. the quality or state of being desirous; strong wish or longing for something
Usage: formal; often followed by 'of' or 'for'

Examples

• Her desirousness for knowledge led her to pursue advanced degrees.
• The team's desirousness to win motivated them through the difficult season.
• His desirousness of success drove him to work late into the night.
• The children showed great desirousness for the upcoming field trip.
• Despite her desirousness for change, she felt uncertain about taking the first step.
• Their desirousness for peace made them willing to negotiate.