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crave

[kreɪv]

crave Definition

  • 1to have a strong desire for something
  • 2to need or want something badly

Using crave: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "crave" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm craving chocolate ice cream.

  • Example

    She craves attention from her parents.

  • Example

    He craves adventure and excitement.

  • Example

    The pregnant woman craved pickles and ice cream.

crave Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for crave

  • desire
  • long for
  • yearn for
  • hanker for
  • covet

Antonyms for crave

Idioms Using crave

  • to have a strong desire or urge for something

    Example

    I have a craving for pizza tonight.

  • to have a strong desire for public attention and recognition

    Example

    He always craves the limelight and loves being the center of attention.

  • to have a strong desire for the flavor of a particular food or drink

    Example

    I always crave the taste of my grandmother's homemade apple pie.

Phrases with crave

  • to carve or cut out something with great care and precision

    Example

    The sculptor craved out a beautiful statue from the block of marble.

  • to strongly desire the presence or companionship of others

    Example

    After being alone for so long, she began to crave company and social interaction.

  • crave someone's indulgence

    to ask for someone's permission or forgiveness in a polite and humble way

    Example

    May I crave your indulgence to allow me to leave early today?

Origins of crave

from Old English 'crafian', meaning 'ask, implore'

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Summary: crave in Brief

The verb 'crave' [kreɪv] means to have a strong desire or need for something. It can refer to anything from food to attention, as in 'She craves attention from her parents.' 'Crave' is often used in phrases like 'have a craving for something,' and idioms like 'crave the limelight,' which means to desire public attention.

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