Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yearn
verb
/jɪərn/
Definition
to have a strong desire or longing for something or someone.
Examples
- She yearned for the days of her childhood.
- He yearned to return to his hometown after many years away.
- They yearn for freedom and a better life.
Meaning
Yearn indicates a deep emotional feeling of wanting, often implying a touch of sadness or nostalgia.
Synonyms
- long for
- desire
- crave
- pine for
- hanker after
