coveted

[kuhv-i-tid] / ˈkʌv ɪ tɪd /

VERB

desire strongly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

crave envy lust after

STRONG

begrudge choose fancy want

WEAK

aspire to desiderate hanker for have eye on have hots for itch for long for spoil for thirst for wish for yearn for yen for

Antonyms

STRONG

dislike hate

WEAK

abjure be generous give not want

Example Sentences

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Markets are stocked, but prices are out of reach, especially for coveted items like pork, chicken and milk.

From Salon

Ivy League schools have forged close ties to the most coveted private-equity managers on Wall Street.

From The Wall Street Journal

Alas, “Skydive Plan” doesn’t get them the coveted show.

From The Wall Street Journal

This rare waterfront offering blends timeless architectural design, modern luxury, and exceptional construction in one of St. Augustine’s most coveted, walkable locations.”

From MarketWatch

Apple, Microsoft and Amazon have also developed chips with AI in mind, but for now are stuck trying to get their hands on Nvidia's coveted products.

From Barron's