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What's the difference between craving and wanting?
What's the difference between craving and wanting?
Oct 14, 2016 6:19 PM
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Crave is much stronger, suggesting perhaps an addiction or unhealthy longing:
"She craves attention."
"I crave sweets."
"He craves affection."
October 14, 2016
2
Craving is a very strong desire for something.
A pregnant woman with a craving for plum.
Wanting is an indication of lacking in ability or capacity.
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