Synonyms for hanker after

Grammar : Verb

Spell : hang-ker

Phonetic Transcription : ˈhæŋ kər

Top 10 synonyms for hanker after

ache
covet
crave
hunger
itch
long
lust
partial to
pine
sigh

Other synonyms for the word hanker after

thirst
want
wish
yearn
yen

Définition of hanker after

Origin : c.1600, of unknown origin, probably from Flemish hankeren, related to Dutch hunkeren "to hanker," of unknown origin; perhaps an intensive of Middle Dutch hangen "to hang" (see hang (v.)). If so, the notion is of "lingering about" with longing or craving. Related: Hankered; hankering.

verb desire strongly

Antonyms for hanker after

dislike
hate

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