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yearns (for)

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present tense third-person singular of yearn (for)

Synonyms & Antonyms of yearns (for)

to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy

yearned for a little house in the country

Synonyms for yearns (for)

Words Related to yearns (for)

spoils (for)

adores,
delights (in),
digs,
enjoys,
fancies,
grooves (on),
likes,
loves,
relishes,
revels (in)

favors,
prefers

admires,
appreciates,
cherishes,
prizes,
treasures,
values

Phrases Synonymous with yearns (for)

sets one's heart on

Near Antonyms for yearns (for)

abhors,
abominates,
despises,
detests,
execrates,
hates,
loathes

declines,
refuses,
rejects,
spurns

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