crave

(verb)

verb

1. have a craving, appetite, or great desire for

Similar word(s): hunger, lust, starve, thirst

Definition categories: consumption, desire, want

2. plead or ask for earnestly

Definition categories: communication, beg, implore, pray

Sentences with crave as a verb:

- I know I should diet more, but every afternoon I crave a soda so I have one.

- I humbly crave your indulgence to read this letter until the end.