The term 'desired' can be expressed in a variety of ways, as evidenced by the crossword solutions given. The six-letter word 'NEEDED' implies that something is necessary or required, while the eleven-letter word 'APPROPRIATE' suggests that something is suitable or fitting for a particular situation. The other six-letter words - 'sought', 'WANTED', 'wished', and 'YEARNED' - all imply a strong DESIRE for something, while the eight-letter word 'hopedfor' implies that something is desired but not necessarily expected. Taken together, these words demonstrate the various ways in which the concept of 'DESIRE' can be expressed.