Appetite
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæp.ɪ.taɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Appetite is a noun meaning A desire to eat food or consume drinks.
Meaning
A desire to eat food or consume drinks.
More Meanings
- Any strong desire; an eagerness or longing.
- The desire for some personal gratification, either of the body or of the mind.
Example Sentences
appetite for reading
If God had given to eagles an appetite to swim.
To gratify the vulgar appetite for the marvellous.
And I return with an excellent appetite. There can be no question, my dear Watson, of the value of exercise before breakfast.
Word Forms
- appetites
Synonyms for appetite
Depending on context, synonyms include craving, longing, desire, appetency, passion, appetence.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include appetency, appetence, hungry, hunger, flavour, flavor.
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