yearn
About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.
About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.yearn
intransitive verb \ˈyərn\Definition of YEARN
1
: to long persistently, wistfully, or sadly <yearns to make a difference>
2
: to feel tenderness or compassion
— yearn·er noun
— yearn·ing·ly \ˈyər-niŋ-lē\ adverb
Origin of YEARN
Middle English yernen, from Old English giernan; akin to Old High German gerōn to desire, Latin hortari to urge, encourage, Greek chairein to rejoice
First Known Use: before 12th century
Learn More About YEARN
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: yearnful
Previous Word in the Dictionary: Yearly Meeting
All Words Near: yearn
Previous Word in the Dictionary: Yearly Meeting
All Words Near: yearn
Seen & Heard 
What made you want to look up yearn? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
