appetence

noun

Definition of appetencenext
as in zeal

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appetence
  1. zeal
  2. warmth
  3. ambition
  4. zest
  5. readiness
  6. gusto
Noun
  • Yet from No Child Left Behind through the push for the Common Core into today’s zeal for science of reading, policy leaders are frustrated that the version of policy that occurs in the classroom does not match their vision.
    — Peter Greene, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • As Prime Minister, Howard—a lifelong conservative who has lived abroad once, campaigning for the Tories in London—was known for having an almost schoolboy zeal for the job.
    — Oscar Schwartz, New Yorker, 29 June 2026
Definition of zeal
Noun
  • Think under-stair dog dens, laundry-room cat cubbies tucked next to the dryer for warmth, and litter box enclosures hidden inside custom benches with ventilation fans that exhaust odor outside.
    — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026
  • The result of this modernization is quieter performance and greater speed accuracy, while sacrificing just a little of the elder deck’s warmth but absolutely none of its spirit.
    — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 8 July 2026
Definition of warmth
Noun
  • Ibiza’s Sublimotion has similar haute ambitions, pairing 12 diners together in a room that will come alive with otherworldly projections and performers.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Ask Johnny What’s important here is not choosing between loyalty and ambition.
    — Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Definition of ambition
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  • In a food processor or blender, combine garlic, shallots, olive oil, parsley, dill, capers, basil, lemon zest and juice.
    — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • Some gingerbread has been served with lemon sauce, or incorporated the zest of an orange or a little cocoa.
    — Anne Byrn, Southern Living, 2 July 2026
Definition of zest
Noun
  • Britain, for example, has put a second aircraft carrier and F35 fighter jets on a higher level of readiness for use in emergencies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026
  • Production readiness should include evidence that the agent improves outcomes with clear safety guardrails.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of readiness
Noun
  • Guy sang with typical verve and gusto.
    — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026
  • Caricatures of former British prime ministers line the walls, and proper pints are poured with gusto.
    — Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Definition of gusto
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