verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

desires, yearns, hankers

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Example Sentences

Example:She desires a better job opportunity.

Definition:Wants or wishes for something.

From desires

Example:He yearns for a simpler life in the countryside.

Definition:Strongly wishes for something.

From yearns

Example:She hankers after a delicious apple pie.

Definition:Has a strong and often persistent desire for something.

From hankers