as in desire
a strong wish for something
a pregnant woman with a craving for pickles
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in jonesing
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in wanting
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
craves ice cream at all hours of the day
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of craving
Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
This mismatch may alter how the brain processes sweet taste and metabolic signals, which could impact cravings and eating behavior, says Page.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Wendy Wisner, Health, 22 Dec. 2024
This is for all the introverts out there who might be craving cozy, comfy vibes but still want to go out.
—Linh Ta, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for craving
Noun
Thatched roof accommodations dot the luh hillside, while eight unique dining venues and an entire Spa Village cater to your every craving.
—Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
This mismatch may alter how the brain processes sweet taste and metabolic signals, which could impact cravings and eating behavior, says Page.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Verb
Many people report craving desserts and high-carb foods before and during their periods.
—Wendy Wisner, Health, 22 Dec. 2024
This is for all the introverts out there who might be craving cozy, comfy vibes but still want to go out.
—Linh Ta, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for craving
Recent Examples of Synonyms for craving
Noun
-
Read the full Sagittarius Daily Horoscope Capricorn (December 21 - January 19) The fire of your desire is blazing!—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
-
Los Angeles out-hustled the Nuggets on multiple occasions, showing their desire.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
The beloved adaptation directed by Joe Wright is rife with memorable scenes evoking either love or heartache, longing or confusion.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
-
Ikiru watch now In the Mood for Love Year: 2000 Runtime: 1h 38m Director: Wong Kar-wai Movies don’t get more hypnotic than this, a story of love and longing set in Hong Kong in 1962.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
In this offbeat and surreal comedy, frustrated playwright Mark becomes addicted to huffing perfume to conjure memories from a previous Italian summer vacation.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2025
-
In this offbeat and surreal comedy, frustrated playwright Mark becomes addicted to huffing perfume to conjure memories from a previous Italian summer vacation.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Sunrise on the Reaping First Look There are no first-look images from the set or trailers to quench our thirst just yet, but Lionsgate did give fans a little something to hang onto during this year's CinemaCon.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
-
There’s an understandable thirst for an epic title race and a relegation battle that goes to the wire.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
The signs were ominous on the opening hole as Dunlap began his round with a hooked drive into the gallery on his way to a bogey.—
Matias Grez,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2025
-
The hooked wool design features a playful bunny jumping amidst greenery and bloom.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
But mid-majors with double-digit seeds are worth enjoying on occasion.—
Joe Rexrode,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
-
While enjoying a diverse customer base, budget-friendly retail has been especially popular with younger shoppers, which has helped expand the segment to more than $510 billion globally in 2022, according to Verified Market Research.—
Fred Battisti,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Parents can resist the urge to overparent by leaning on curiosity, patience, and trust.—
Ruth Oh Reitmeier,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
-
Some birds can take up to two weeks to collect enough materials to satisfy their nesting urge.—
Joan Morris,
Mercury News,
21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
At the same time, Barbados is itself dependent on fossil fuel imports, though the country is aiming to use 100% renewable energy within the next decade.—
Christine Ro,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
-
The new Gigi’s opening date is dependent on when Jones finalizes her location.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
25 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Craving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/craving. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share