noun as in strong fondness

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nostalgia, wistfulness

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Example Sentences

Example:The fragrance of his grandmother's house brought back a vivid memory and a sense of nostalgic longing.

Definition:A feeling of longing or affection for the past, especially when one is away from home or strangers.

From nostalgia

Example:The melody induced a wistful mood, evoking nostalgia and a feeling of notalgia.

Definition:A feeling of longing, usually for something thought to be lost or no longer within reach.

From wistfulness