Hanker and Resent

Hanker

Hanker verb - Desire strongly or persistently.
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Synonyms for Hanker

Resent and hanker are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Resent" instead a verb "Hanker".

Nearby Words: hankering, hankered

Resent

Resent verb - To have a resentful awareness of and desire for (another's possessions or advantages) or to feel resentment toward (someone) over possessions or advantages.
Usage example: always resented her baby brother, whom her parents doted on

Hanker and resent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hanker" instead a verb "Resent".
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