yearn vs hold dear
hold dear vs yearnyearn and hold dear both are verbs.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| yearn | No | No | Yes | No |
| hold dear | No | No | Yes | No |
As verbs,
hold dear is a hypernym of
yearn; that is, hold dear is a
word with a broader meaning than yearn:
- yearn: have affection for; feel tenderness for
- hold dear: be fond of; be attached to
| yearn (verb) | hold dear (verb) |
|---|---|
| desire strongly or persistently | be fond of; be attached to |
| have a desire for something or someone who is not present | |
| have affection for; feel tenderness for |
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