crave
Translation
to crave, to long for, to desire
Examples
I often crave something sweet after dinner.
I often crave something sweet after dinner.
The child craved his mother's attention.
The child craved his mother's attention.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to have a very strong feeling of wanting (sth.) I often crave something sweet after dinner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: desire, long for, yearn for, want
Etymology
From Old English 'crafian' (to demand).
Memory Tips
Sounds like 'cave'. Imagine being stuck in a cave and craving freedom.