Longing

/ˈlɔːŋɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A strong, persistent desire or craving, often for something that is absent or unattainable.

She felt a deep longing for her childhood home after moving away.

A yearning or desire for something or someone.

His longing for companionship led him to join a local club.

An emotional state characterized by a strong desire to reach or obtain something.

The longing in his heart drove him to write poetry.

verb

To have an intense desire or craving for something.

They longed for freedom after years of oppression.

To feel a strong, persistent desire for someone or something.

She longed to travel the world and experience new cultures.

Middle English 'longynge,' from Old English 'longian' meaning 'to long for.'

longing glance

A look that expresses a deep desire or yearning.

longing gaze

A gaze that conveys a sense of desire or wistfulness.

yearn

To have an intense feeling of longing for something.

wistful

Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing.

desire

A strong feeling of wanting to have something.

Missing someone intensely.

I'm feeling real long today, missing my bestie.

A deep, unfulfilled wish.

That concert was amazing; I'm still longing for more of that music!