belone

/bɪˈloʊni/

Definitions

1. verb

to long or be long for something

“The child beloned for her mother’s comforting hug.”

2. verb

to be in need of something

“The traveler beloned for a place to rest.”

3. noun

something that is needed or desired

“Her belone was a cup of hot coffee on a cold morning.”

Synonyms

  • long
  • pine
  • yearn

Antonyms

  • detest
  • loathe