craving

noun

crav·​ing ˈkrā-viŋ 

: an intense, urgent, or abnormal desire or longing

a craving for chocolate

a craving for new experiences

Synonyms of craving

• desire
• longing
• thirst
• urge
• hunger
• appetite

Examples of craving in a Sentence

I had a sudden craving for french fries, so I pulled into the nearest fast-food restaurant.

a pregnant woman with a craving for pickles

Recent Examples on the Web

Bitter vegetables stimulate digestion, help reduce sugar cravings, and are loaded with polyphenols that fight oxidative stress. —Dr. Steven Gundry, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026

Poor sleep hygiene, late-night snacking, and excessive screen time may also increase cravings and affect hormone regulation. —Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 8 Jan. 2026

Cookie cravings, a tinge of melancholy, and the urge to hibernate and fix your life all at once. —Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026

Unlike other regions that have a reputation for one style of wine, Washington offers a wide range of varieties to satisfy any oenophile’s cravings, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, and Riesling. —Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

see crave

First Known Use

1633, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for craving

• braving
• caving
• graving
• laving
• paving
• raving
• saving
• shaving
• slaving
• staving
• waiving
• waving

Kids Definition

craving

noun

crav·​ing ˈkrā-viŋ 

: a great desire or longing