yen

The word “yen” has 1 syllable: yen

It's pronounced as /jɛn/


What is synonym and antonym for yen?

In the thesaurus, “yen” has 7 synonyms and 13 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for yen

  • appetite
  • craving
  • desire
  • hunger
  • longing
  • thirst
  • urge

Antonyms for yen

  • abhorrence
  • allergy
  • aversion
  • disgust
  • disinclination
  • dislike
  • distaste
  • hatred
  • loathing
  • nausea
  • repugnance
  • repulsion
  • revulsion

Meanings of yen

  • noun
    1. The unit of Japanese currency (symbol: ¥) since 1871, divided into 100 sen.
    2. A coin or note worth one yen.
    3. A strong desire, urge, or yearning.
    4. Opium.
  • verb
    1. To have a strong desire for.

Example Sentences

  • She has a yen for adventure, always seeking new experiences and challenges.
  • After traveling abroad, he developed a yen for Japanese cuisine and started cooking sushi at home.
  • Their latest collection caters to the fashionistas with a yen for minimalist designs.
  • He couldn't resist the yen to explore the mysterious alleyway, drawn by its intriguing atmosphere.
  • With a yen for vintage cars, he spent years restoring a classic Mustang to its former glory.

On this page you'll find 20 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to yen, such as: abhorrence, allergy, appetite, aversion, craving, desire, disgust.

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