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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.
Apparently he saw the longing there, because he slowly leaned down and kissed her lips.

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