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Craves

Verb / kreɪvz / Another word for craves — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To have a strong desire for something.

Synonyms & similar words

hunger lust thirst starve crave desires longs yearns hankers hungers thirsts pines wants needs covets lusts itches aches seeks solicits entreats

Example sentences

  1. He craves pizza every Friday night.
  2. She craves adventure and loves trying new things.
  3. The baby craves attention and cries until someone picks her up.
  4. He craves success and works hard to achieve his goals.
  5. The cat craves tuna and meows until he gets some.

Quotes

  • The human soul has a natural thirst for happiness and craves it. - Sharon Salzberg
  • The heart never craves what is not real. - Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
  • My heart craves you, my soul misses you, and my body desires you. - Unknown

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