English · Emotions & Feelings
yearning
ˈjɜːrnɪŋ
[ˈjɜːrnɪŋ]
a strong, deep desire
Intermediatenoun
Definition
An intense, often wistful longing for something or someone.
Example
She felt a yearning for her childhood home.
She felt a yearning for her childhood home.
Etymology
From Old English 'giernan' meaning 'to strive, desire'.
How & Where It’s Used
Names a deep, emotional longing.