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yearn
verb
To have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from.
Common - Frequently used in everyday language
Etymology
From Old English giernan "to desire, strive, beg," from Proto-Germanic *gernjan, related to German gern "gladly."
Examples in Use
- 1.
"She yearned for the simplicity of her childhood."
- 2.
"Immigrants often yearn for their homeland."
- 3.
"He yearned to return to the sea."
Related Vocabulary
Synonyms
longpineachehankercrave
Related Words
desirewishhungerthirst
Fun Fact
Yearn is related to German gern (gladly) and English "eager." The Proto-Indo-European root *gher- meant "to desire, like." Yearn captures a deeper, more bittersweet longing than simple wanting.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 5 letters (Y, E, A, R, N)
Scrabble Value: 8 points
Tip: Words ending in "RN" are often good scoring opportunities.
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