Yearn
Definition
(verb) Have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost
Examples
“She yearned for the days when she could travel freely.”
“I yearn for a quiet room after work.”
“After six months abroad, he yearned to hear his dog's bark again.”
“Don't yearn for that old office job.”
“Maya yearns to see the old bookstore on Cedar Street before it closes.”
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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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