crave
Translation
to crave, to long for, to yearn for
Examples
I crave chocolate when I'm stressed.
I crave chocolate when I'm stressed.
She craves attention from her parents.
She craves attention from her parents.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to have a strong desire for (sth.) I crave chocolate when I'm stressed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: long for, desire, yearn for
Etymology
From Old English 'crafian', meaning 'to ask, demand'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a raven 'craving' shiny objects. The sound is similar.