appetite

[ap-i-tahyt] / ˈæp ɪˌtaɪt /

NOUN

desire for food, worldly goods

Synonyms

STRONGEST

craving demand fondness greed hunger inclination longing lust passion penchant propensity stomach taste thirst weakness willingness yearning zeal zest

STRONG

appetence appetency gluttony hankering itch liking proclivity ravenousness relish urge voracity yen

WEAK

appetition big eyes soft spot sweet tooth

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apathy disinclination dislike hate hatred indifference lethargy

WEAK

antipathy aversion disgust distaste loathing repulsion revulsion

Example Sentences

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The “Mouth of the South” was a talented sailor who honed his leadership skills—and appetite for risk—under pressure.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

"She was very thin and we had to hand-feed her at first - she has a real appetite but we have to feed her up slowly," Charlotte said.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

If Cerebras, the Blackstone REIT, and Fervo have successful debuts, then that will show that investor appetite for AI-related IPOs remains robust.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

They also help many people lose weight by reducing appetite and changing eating behavior.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

And judging from Nathan’s appetite, it was breakfast time.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young

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