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
The film chronicles the friendship between musicians Hugh Masekela and Paul Simon against the backdrop of apartheid-era South Africa, and signals the studio’s appetite for stories rooted in the region.
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Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026
The virus starts with flu-like symptoms, including fever, chills, fatigue, headache, muscle pain, vomiting/diarrhea and loss of appetite.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Postpartum depression, per Mayo Clinic, includes symptoms such as depressed mood, difficulty bonding with your baby, changes in appetite, intense irritability and more.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
In keeping with the appetite from investors for enterprise AI plays, Sierra's market cap is growing quickly.
—Michelle Castillo, CNBC, 19 May 2026
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Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026
The virus starts with flu-like symptoms, including fever, chills, fatigue, headache, muscle pain, vomiting/diarrhea and loss of appetite.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 19 May 2026
Postpartum depression, per Mayo Clinic, includes symptoms such as depressed mood, difficulty bonding with your baby, changes in appetite, intense irritability and more.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
In keeping with the appetite from investors for enterprise AI plays, Sierra's market cap is growing quickly.
—Michelle Castillo, CNBC, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appetite
Noun
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The 28-year-old takes responsibility, and her competitive hunger drives her.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The diversity of hormone function, from milk to mood, hunger to height, does not occur through the action of any single part of our anatomy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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What used to be a niche craving has evolved into a mainstream flavor trend, fueled by social media curiosity and brands experimenting with sour, salty profiles.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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Media companies, meanwhile, have adjusted to satiate short-form cravings, too.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
15 May 2026
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The other party can even customize the app to their liking.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
20 May 2026
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Indeed, research on conversational dynamics finds that people who take turns reciprocally disclosing information during initial interactions report significantly greater liking, closeness, and enjoyment.—
Andy Molinsky,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The common thread here is everyone has a thirst for unique experiences and adventure, exactly what Ultima Oasis affords you.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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Mild dehydration often shows up as fatigue before thirst registers.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2026
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Side, back, and stomach sleepers all praise the pillows’ softness, luxurious feel, breathability, and coolness.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2026
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Norovirus symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting and stomach pain.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
19 May 2026
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Graham and Shirilla became friends in high school through social media and bonded over their desire to model and become content creators.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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The story traces the interconnected lives of three gay men across three eras — 1932, 1937, and 2017 — braiding together stories of desire, loss, and what one generation bequeaths to the next.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
23 May 2026
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On the rare occasion Mando does take off his bucket-like helm, Pascal’s face is underneath.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
24 May 2026
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Schafer said his organization conducted a study examining Iranian accounts on the social media platform X in the 50 days after the war began and found there was a thirtyfold increase in the number of views and likes.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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Travolta’s infectious enthusiasm carried over into the movie itself, a semi-autobiographical trifle about his childhood love of air travel.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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But even that enthusiasm seems to be waning.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
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“Appetite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appetite. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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