Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hankering
noun
/ˈhæŋ.kər.ɪŋ/
Definition
A strong desire or longing for something.
Examples
- She has a hankering for adventure and is always planning her next trip.
- After years away from home, he felt a hankering to return to his roots.
- His hankering for sweet treats often leads him to the bakery.
Meaning
Hankering refers to a persistent craving or yearning, often for something that is not easily attainable or that one has fond memories of.
Synonyms
- longing
- yearning
- craving
- desire
- want
