Definitions
v. To want something very strongly.
渴望；迫切想要
Example
After the long walk, I craved a warm meal.
走了很长一段路后，我特别想吃一顿热饭。
Many urban residents crave contact with nature, highlighting the importance of accessible parks and green spaces.
许多城市居民渴望亲近自然，这凸显了便利可达的公园和绿地的重要性。
Collocations
- crave attention
- crave approval
- crave sweet foods
Word family
- craving (n.)
Synonyms
- desire
- long for
- yearn for
Usage tip
直接接宾语：crave something，不加 for。
FAQ
- What does crave mean?
- To want something very strongly.
- How is crave pronounced?
- UK /kreɪv/, US /kreɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
