Yearn (verb)

To have a strong feeling of desire or longing for something.

Origin:

Middle english yernen, from old english giernan, of germanic origin.

Examples:

1. She yearned for a simpler life.
2. I yearn for my old home.
3. He yearned to see his family again.
4. She yearned to be a mother.
5. He yearned for the days when he was young and carefree.