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hinku — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • anxiety noun A persistent feeling of unease, nervousness, or worry, often about something uncertain that hasn't happened yet.
  • appetite noun A desire to eat.
  • craving noun A strong, persistent desire for something.
  • hankering noun A strong craving or longing for something.
  • itch noun An uncomfortable feeling on the skin that makes you want to scratch.
  • urge noun A strong impulse or desire to do something.

Senses

hinku is used for these senses in English:

  • anxiety An uneasy or distressing desire (for something). Endeavor (to please).
  • appetite Any strong desire; an eagerness or longing.
  • craving A strong desire; yearning.
  • hankering (often, followed by for or after) A strong, restless desire, longing, or mental inclination.
  • itch A constant teasing desire or want.
  • urge A strong desire; an itch to do something.

anxiety — full definition

  1. noun A persistent feeling of unease, nervousness, or worry, often about something uncertain that hasn't happened yet.
  2. noun (medical) A diagnosable disorder marked by chronic, excessive worry that interferes with daily life.

appetite — full definition

  1. noun A desire to eat.
  2. noun A strong desire or eagerness for something in general.

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