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 customer appetite is there, in more ways than one.
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James Manso, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, summer-pattern SAD is often linked with a poor appetite and insomnia.
—Maggie O'Neill, SELF, 20 Oct. 2025
His successors seem not to share his appetite for the political fray.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, with consumers’ declining interest in the region’s en primeur system, through which the current vintage is sold as futures each spring, there doesn’t seem to be an appetite for young Bordeaux in either the primary or secondary market.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2025
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James Manso, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, summer-pattern SAD is often linked with a poor appetite and insomnia.
—Maggie O'Neill, SELF, 20 Oct. 2025
His successors seem not to share his appetite for the political fray.
—Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, with consumers’ declining interest in the region’s en primeur system, through which the current vintage is sold as futures each spring, there doesn’t seem to be an appetite for young Bordeaux in either the primary or secondary market.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appetite
Noun
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For many, missing a month of benefits could mean hunger.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Today, thousands cross seas and deserts daily, escaping war, hunger, and horror.—
Callum McLennan,
Variety,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Bottom Line Sugar cravings are natural, but that doesn’t mean candy or other treats loaded with refined sugar are the only way to satisfy them.—
Christina Manian,
Health,
22 Oct. 2025
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This two-floor restaurant is a long-standing community favorite offering a large and diverse menu to suit all tastes and cravings, from hamburgers to sushi.—
Kimberly Lyn,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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My first budget-friendly starter poles, a pair from Cascade Mountain, were a bit too bulky and stiff for my liking.—
Anna Fiorentino,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Oct. 2025
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Similarly, the aft areas on all three decks can be arranged to the owner’s liking.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Reusable Water Bottle A long day of exploration can easily work up a thirst.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Zinna died of thirst and starvation, but the day would never be determined.—
Joy Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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The teen, who suffered four days of stomach pain before being admitted to Tauranga Hospital, had ingested between 80 and 100 high-power magnets, each around 5×2 millimeters in size, according to a Friday report in the New Zealand Medical Journal.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Most of the frog’s body is smooth, while the sides, throat, chest and stomach have some small bumps, according to the study.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Appetite refers to the desire to eat.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
26 Oct. 2025
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This decision comes from a place of necessity, not desire.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
26 Oct. 2025
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Each post, often featuring updates about Ginger the tiger, draws thousands of likes and comments from supporters.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Despite everything Mia has been through, the Border collie hasn’t given up hope on humans, according to the post, which has over 270 likes.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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During cocktail hour, Kors’ enthusiasm for the nonprofit continued to inspire support from potential new volunteers.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
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Coleman also pushed back against the notion that enthusiasm for AI diminishes the value of human work.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Appetite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appetite. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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