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Meaning of craving
A strong and often uncontrolled desire for something
Etymology of craving
The word "craving" has its roots in the Old English word "cravien" or "craviung" which is derived from "cravain" meaning to demand or ask urgently, and is also related to the Old Norse word "krafa" meaning to ask or demand
Historically, the word "craving" has been used to describe strong desires or longings, often with connotations of urgency or necessity
Synonyms
longing
yearning
desire
appetite
hunger
thirst
passion
urge
impulse
inclination
fondness
preference
taste
penchant
addiction
obsession
fixation
compulsion
necessity
requirement
demand
wish
want
need
aspiration
ambition
eagerness
enthusiasm
zeal
ardor
fervor
intensity
fervency
Definitions
- A strong and often uncontrolled desire for something, especially food or drink
- * A strong and often habitual desire for and tendency to use something, especially an addictive substance
Usage Examples
- I have a craving for ice cream after dinner
- * She has a craving for adventure and loves to travel
- * His craving for cigarettes was strong, but he was determined to quit
Antonyms
aversion
dislike
distaste
hatred
indifference
apathy
disinterest
reluctance
hesitation
unwillingness
disinclination
repulsion
revulsion
abhorrence
loathing
detestation
contempt
disdain
disregard