Moreish
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɔːɹɪʃ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Moreish is an adjective meaning (UK, Australia, informal, of food, drink, or other consumable) Causing one to want to have more; addictive.
Meaning
(UK, Australia, informal, of food, drink, or other consumable) Causing one to want to have more; addictive.
Example Sentences
Tell you what, that crack is really moreish.
More-ish. This wine has but one fault, and that is, it is more-ish: i.e. more of it is wanted, or there is too little of it.
The Rogers name carries a lot of weight in the Rogers family, I thought to myself with moreish resentment each time I saw him from then on.
Veggie-friendly, portable and very moreish, they’re easy to prepare ahead, too, making them a great choice for picnics or taking to work for lunch.
Word Forms
- more moreish
- morish
Synonyms for moreish
Depending on context, synonyms include ambrosial, appetizing, dainty, delectable, delicious, delish.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include addicting, edacious, voracious, sharp-set, hungry, hoggish.
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