crying out for
Urgently requiring attention
Crying out for means urgently needing or demanding something: This room is crying out for a fresh coat of paint.
The phrase suggests the need is so obvious or desperate that it practically announces itself.
Often used for situations, places, or things rather than people: The system is crying out for reform.
- desperateDriven by urgent need
- helpAssistance given
- urgentNeeding immediate attention
- attentionFocused mental awareness
- lackingBeing without something
essential · deficient · in need · pleading · necessity · begging · imploring · demand · beseeching · justice · requirement · peace · needed · refurbish · overhaul · major overhaul · imperative · wanting