1
as in hunger
a need or desire for food
don't eat before dinner, as it will spoil your appetite
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2
as in craving
a strong wish for something
an appetite for adventure
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3
as in liking
positive regard for something
he has expensive appetites
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4
as in thirst
urgent desire or interest
an athlete with an appetite for in-your-face competition
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Recent Examples of appetite
Because appetite is often lower after surgery, getting enough protein from food can be challenging.
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Lindsey Desoto, Health, 6 Jan. 2026
Replacing ultraprocessed items with whole or minimally processed foods (vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, legumes and nuts) supports both physical and mental health and helps stabilize energy, blood sugar and appetite.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026
That’s not a job many would have the appetite for, but the members of Coach Tyronn Lue’s team seem legitimately undeterred and undaunted.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 6 Jan. 2026
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Lindsey Desoto, Health, 6 Jan. 2026
Replacing ultraprocessed items with whole or minimally processed foods (vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, legumes and nuts) supports both physical and mental health and helps stabilize energy, blood sugar and appetite.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 6 Jan. 2026
That’s not a job many would have the appetite for, but the members of Coach Tyronn Lue’s team seem legitimately undeterred and undaunted.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 6 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appetite
Noun
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Children go to bed early to avoid the pang of hunger; parents choose between filling a prescription and buying groceries.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
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His brands, including Juicy Fruit and Spearmint, promoted gum as a way to calm nerves, curb hunger and stay focused.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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If a bowl of fries smothered in nuggies, cheese, and rich gravy sounds like a comforting way to spend your lunch break, KFC has your cravings covered.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
6 Jan. 2026
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Participants attend class three days a week and learn how to develop skills to manage stress, anger, cravings and triggers.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Jan. 2026
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Beyond the smooth texture, the skirt features dainty lace trim accents across the middle and around the hem, a vintage floral pattern, and a delicate drawstring at the waist to adjust the fit to your liking.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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Washington under both Republican and Democratic presidents has thrown America’s weight around to mold the region to its liking.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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It’s powered by triple Volvo Penta D13-IPS1200 engines, which caused some grumbling among brand purists with a thirst for speed.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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To quench her thirst, the women served the baby sips of water from the plastic cap of a gallon water jug.—
Daniel Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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On Friday, sheriff's deputies found a witness at a nearby business with a gunshot wound to the stomach, and learned the victim shot him during the invasion.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Symptoms of amatoxin poisoning can take up to 24 hours to appear and include mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pain.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
10 Jan. 2026
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The trend captures a kind of affordable opulence, a desire to evoke the elegance of wealth without its cost.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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His decision to make the move to college was in large part driven by a desire to test himself.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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He is being held to the same standard as the likes of Derek Jeter.—
Troy Renck The Denver Post,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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Utopia Bedding Quilted Comforter This Utopia Bedding comforter keeps my bed looking super fluffy and cloud-like and gives my bedroom an expensive look.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Pre-festival enthusiasm sagged compared to the inaugural year.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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More energy and enthusiasm There were too many times in the first few months of the season when this team looked lethargic.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Appetite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appetite. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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