sought-after

[sawt-af-ter, -ahf-]

adjective

1. that is in demand; desirable.

   a sought-after speaker.

sought-after

adjective

1. in demand; wanted

Word History and Origins

Origin of sought after¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Idioms and Phrases

Also, much sought after. Very popular, in demand, as in He was much sought after as a throat specialist, particularly by singers. This expression uses the past participle of seek in the sense of “desired” or “searched for.” [Late 1800s]

Example Sentences

She would later cast herself as a sought-after FBI informant who had come to live in fear of some unspecified threat.

From Los Angeles Times

They say truffles cultivated on the island of Bute are stronger and more aromatic than those from the continent, making them highly sought-after by chefs.

From BBC

He originally spent heavily as he targeted a return to the Premier League for the first time since 2000, and has regularly turned down significant bids from rival clubs for sought-after players.

From BBC

Therefore it is not a surprise their players are the most sought-after in the era of franchise cricket.

From BBC

Named Xavi, after the former Barcelona and Spain midfielder, Simons has long been one of the most sought-after players in Europe.

From BBC

Related Words

• attractive 
• beloved 
• famous 
• fashionable 
• favored 
• prominent 
• suitable 
• trendy