Word of the DayAugust 8, 2022

cacoethes

Definition

an uncontrollable urge, particularly to do something you shouldn't

Example Usage

the diet didn't last that long, the cacoethes for ice cream was too strong

Synonyms

  • obsession
  • desire
  • mania
  • craving
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