longing

Definitions

A strong, persistent desire or craving for something, typically something unattainable.

A feeling of yearning or pining, often accompanied by sadness.

Examples

She gazed out the window with a deep longing for her childhood home.

There was a sense of longing in his voice as he spoke about his travels.

The music filled the room, stirring a quiet longing in everyone's heart.

Synonyms

yearning craving desire pining wistfulness hankering aspiration

Antonyms

indifference apathy aversion dislike contentment satisfaction repulsion