yearned
The word “yearned” has 1 syllable: yearned.
It's pronounced as /jɜrnd/.
What is synonym and antonym for yearned?
In the thesaurus, “yearned” has 10 synonyms and 6 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for yearned along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for yearned
- ache
- chafe
- covet
- crave
- hanker
- hunger
- itch
- longed
- pine
- thirst
Antonyms for yearned
Meanings of yearned
- verb
- To long, have a strong desire (for something).
- To long for something in the past with melancholy, nostalgically.
- To have strong feelings of love, sympathy, affection, etc. (toward someone).
- To be pained or distressed; to grieve; to mourn.
- To pain; to grieve; to vex.
- To curdle, as milk.
Example Sentences
- The protagonist yearned for a sense of purpose as they navigated the challenges of their journey.
- As the sun dipped below the horizon, a feeling of nostalgia enveloped him, and he yearned for the simplicity of childhood.
- The student yearned for knowledge and eagerly delved into books on various subjects.
- In the quiet moments of solitude, she yearned for the companionship of a true friend.
- The musician's soulful melody resonated with those who yearned for a connection to the emotions embedded in the music.
On this page you'll find 16 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to yearned, such as: abjure, accepted, ache, chafe, covet, crave, dislike.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.