wanted
- 01 B1 Intermediate
used to describe a person that the police are trying to find and catch.
sought for questioning or arrest by law enforcement authorities in connection with a crime.
Simple“The man was wanted by the police for a robbery he committed last year.”
In context“The suspect remained wanted for several months before being apprehended by federal agents at a remote border crossing.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
something that people wish for or that is needed in a certain place.
desired, sought after, or required in a specific context or environment.
Simple“His help was much wanted during the busy holiday season.”
In context“The new community centre provided much-wanted services to the local youth, filling a gap that had existed for decades.”
Usage wanted to see · wanted to know · wanted to understand
From want + -ed.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.