Desirous
Desirous adjective - Showing urgent desire or interest.
Persistent and desirous are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Persistent" instead an adjective "Desirous".
Persistent
Persistent adjective - Continuing despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement.
Desirous and persistent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Desirous" instead an adjective "Persistent".
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