yearning

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(yearn-ing) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a strong desire or longing for something.

Example Sentence

The unwanted puppies had a yearning to be loved by somebody.

More Example Sentences

His yearning for knowledge drove him to read.

Synonyms

longing; desire; craving

Antonyms

disinterest; apathy; indifference

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Rhymes

  • berning
  • burning
  • churning
  • durning
  • earning
  • learning
  • spurning
  • turning
  • werning
  • yearning

  • adjourning
  • concerning
  • discerning
  • returning
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