craving

/ˈkreɪvɪŋ/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈkrā-viŋ/ (ame, mw)

craving — noun

  • cravingsingular
  • cravingsplural

1. a powerful wish for a particular thing, especially something you want immediatel

1.名詞B2
釋義

a powerful wish for a particular thing, especially something you want immediately

例句

After practice, Theo had a craving for cold mango juice.

pattern: have a craving for + noun

Gabriela's late-night craving sent her to the corner bakery.

同義詞
  • desire

    Broader and more neutral; 'craving' sounds stronger and more immediate.

  • urge

    Often stresses a sudden inner push, while 'craving' often points to wanting a particular thing.

  • longing

    Usually sounds more emotional and lasting than the often short-term pull of 'craving'.

反義詞
  • aversion

    Means a strong dislike rather than a strong wish to have something.

文法句型

a craving for + noun

have a craving for + noun

fight a craving for + noun

用法筆記

Usually followed by 'for' and the thing wanted. It is especially common for food, drink, cigarettes, or anything a person feels a strong urge to have right then.

常見錯誤

❌I had a craving to chocolate.
✅I had a craving for chocolate.
💡Use 'for' before the thing you strongly want.