Craving
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɹeɪ.vɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Craving is a noun meaning A strong desire; yearning.
Meaning
A strong desire; yearning.
More Meanings
- present participle and gerund of crave
Example Sentences
The craving for cuteness is a psychological phenomenon that originally had the purpose of increasing the chances of a baby to survive […]
[W]e contrived to satisfy the cravings of thirst by suffering the shirts to become saturated, and then wringing them so as to let the grateful fluid trickle into our mouths.
The list of potential victories you could achieve with your reset is long, and it includes a fafillion wins that have nothing to do with the scale: Fewer blemishes. Thicker hair. Less join pain. Reduced cravings. No midday energy slump.
Word Forms
- cravings
Synonyms for craving
Depending on context, synonyms include thirst, ache, appetency, appetite, hankering, hunger.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lust, starve, hunger, thirst, desire, urge.
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