Want for

verb

To lack or need something.

He shall not want for anything while he is under my care
Visual representation of "want for" - To lack or need something

Often appears as...

  • want for nothing
  • not want for anything
verb

To desire or wish for something.

I want for a peaceful solution to this problem
Visual representation of "want for" - To desire or wish for something

Often appears as...

  • want for understanding
  • want for justice

Usage tips

Neutral

verb

To lack or need something.

He shall not want for anything while he is under my care
Visual representation of "want for" - To lack or need something

Often appears as...

  • want for nothing
  • not want for anything
verb

To desire or wish for something.

I want for a peaceful solution to this problem
Visual representation of "want for" - To desire or wish for something

Often appears as...

  • want for understanding
  • want for justice

Usage tips

Neutral

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "want for"
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Caring Assurance

Used when reassuring someone they'll have everything they need.

Illustration for Caring Assurance
You will want for nothing when you stay with us.
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Literary Flair

Often found in literature to give a formal or old-fashioned tone.

Illustration for Literary Flair
In his kingdom, no citizen shall want for bread.
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Negative Context

Commonly used in negative forms to express the absence of need.

Illustration for Negative Context
With such wealth, they do not want for friends.
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Caring Assurance

Used when reassuring someone they'll have everything they need.

Illustration for Caring Assurance
You will want for nothing when you stay with us.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Literary Flair

Often found in literature to give a formal or old-fashioned tone.

Illustration for Literary Flair
In his kingdom, no citizen shall want for bread.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Negative Context

Commonly used in negative forms to express the absence of need.

Illustration for Negative Context
With such wealth, they do not want for friends.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Caring Assurance

Used when reassuring someone they'll have everything they need.

Illustration for Caring Assurance
You will want for nothing when you stay with us.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Literary Flair

Often found in literature to give a formal or old-fashioned tone.

Illustration for Literary Flair
In his kingdom, no citizen shall want for bread.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Negative Context

Commonly used in negative forms to express the absence of need.

Illustration for Negative Context
With such wealth, they do not want for friends.
Visual representation of the word "Want for"

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