craving

[ krey-ving ]

noun

1. great or eager desire; yearning.

craving

/ ˈkreɪvɪŋ /

noun

1. an intense desire or longing

Other Words From

• craving·ly adverb
• craving·ness noun
• un·craving adjective
• un·craving·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of craving¹

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; crave, -ing ¹

Synonym Study

See desire.

Example Sentences

“You get the sweet and sour taste from the dressing, and you get the smokey grilled flavor from the sausage, combined with the crunchy bread. Hot dogs cover most of your taste cravings.”

From Salon

It works by reducing cravings for nicotine and blocking its effect on the brain, while also helping with withdrawal symptoms, such as feeling irritable or having difficulty sleeping.

From BBC

No matter if you're looking to sip on a drink or delve into some comfort food, Stewart's deep, deep catalogue has a slew of options for whatever you're craving.

From Salon

I love showing people how to cook and building that connection, especially when everyone was craving that during such an isolating time.

From Salon

There is always the risk that someone will put on weight again as stopping treatment means their normal food cravings return.

From BBC

Related Words

• appetite
• hankering
• hunger
• itch
• longing
• lust
• passion
• thirst
• yearning