yearn

The word “yearn” has 1 syllable: yearn

It's pronounced as /jɜrn/

What is synonym and antonym for yearn?

In the thesaurus, “yearn” has 31 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for yearn along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for yearn

ache
agonize
be desirous of
be eager for
be passionate
bother
chafe
covet
crave
despair
dream
fear
fret
fuss
hanker
have a crush on
have a yen for
hunger
itch
languish
long
lust
pine
stew
stress
sweat
thirst
trouble
want
wish for
worry

Antonyms for yearn

abide
abjure
accept
bear
despise
dislike
endure
hate
not want
stick out
stomach
sustain
take
tolerate

Meanings of yearn

verb
1. To long, have a strong desire (for something).
2. To long for something in the past with melancholy, nostalgically.
3. To have strong feelings of love, sympathy, affection, etc. (toward someone).
4. To be pained or distressed; to grieve; to mourn.
5. To pain; to grieve; to vex.
6. To curdle, as milk.
noun
1. Yearning; yen.

Example Sentences

As the sun set over the horizon, he couldn't help but yearn for the tranquility of the countryside.
In her heart, she began to yearn for the adventure of travel and exploration.
The old sailor would often yearn for the open sea and the freedom of the wind in his sails.
In the quiet moments of the night, he would yearn for the presence of a loved one by his side.
The artist's paintings seemed to evoke a sense of longing, causing viewers to yearn for an elusive emotion.

On this page you'll find 45 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to yearn, such as: abide, abjure, accept, ache, agonize, be desirous of, be eager for.

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