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Another word for longing

longing Synonyms

longing

modif.

wanting, desirous, ravenous; see enthusiastic 2.

longing Synonyms

longing

n.

yearning, pining, hunger; see desire 1, wish 1.

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Another word for longing

noun

A strong wanting of what promises enjoyment or pleasure:

appetence, appetency, appetite, craving, desire, hunger, itch, lust, thirst, wish, yearning, yen. See desire

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It was strange sitting beside him and longing for him to come back.
A tiny voice whispered a warning about the longing that consumed her.
He lowered his head to her neck, breathing in her scent with a mix of longing and anger.
Sometimes, she heard longing in his voice, the same yearning she experience for him.
Sofia watched her take a bite of a muffin, at once longing and agitated.

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