Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
longing
noun
/ˈlɔːŋɪŋ/
Definition
A strong feeling of wanting or desire for something or someone.
Examples
- She felt a deep longing for her childhood home.
- His longing for adventure led him to travel across the country.
- The poem beautifully describes a longing for love and connection.
Meaning
Longing refers to an emotional state where one yearns for something that is absent or unattainable, often accompanied by a sense of sadness or nostalgia.
Synonyms
- Desire
- Yearning
- Craving
- Nostalgia
- Wistfulness
