CEFR B1

crave

verb

Meaning

To have an intense desire for something, often something that is difficult to obtain or control.

Examples

He craved a sense of belonging after moving to a new city.
Many people crave sweets and fatty foods.

Synonyms: want, desire, yearn, covet

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crave (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kreɪv/

Definition

To have an intense desire for something, often something that is difficult to obtain or control.

Examples

He craved a sense of belonging after moving to a new city.
Many people crave sweets and fatty foods.
She craved the attention of her parents.

How to Use crave

crave for (prepositional phrase): To have an intense desire for something. — "He craved for recognition in his field."
crave something (collocation): To have an intense desire for something. — "Many people crave sugar after meals."

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