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as in gourmet
a person with refined tastes in food and wine a finicky gourmand who vacationed in Europe every year simply for the wine

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as in pig
one who eats greedily or too much the kind of gourmand who swallows food without even pausing to taste it

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How does the noun gourmand contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of gourmand are epicure, gastronome, and gourmet. While all these words mean "one who takes pleasure in eating and drinking," gourmand implies a hearty appetite for good food and drink, not without discernment, but with less than a gourmet's.

When would epicure be a good substitute for gourmand?

The synonyms epicure and gourmand are sometimes interchangeable, but epicure implies fastidiousness and voluptuousness of taste.

When can gastronome be used instead of gourmand?

Although the words gastronome and gourmand have much in common, gastronome implies that one has studied extensively the history and rituals of haute cuisine.

When could gourmet be used to replace gourmand?

The meanings of gourmet and gourmand largely overlap; however, gourmet implies being a connoisseur in food and drink and the discriminating enjoyment of them.

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Recent Examples of gourmand The first thing that struck me as a gourmand loving girl, is that the quality of this never felt heavy or overly-sweet, (a rarity in this category). Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 21 Sep. 2025 Teaming up with perfumer Jérôme Epinette (Sol de Janeiro, Byredo), Gomez launched a warm yet playful blend of gourmands and spice. Dahvi Shira, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 An award-winning chef, John Fraser holds the mantle at The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens at The Times Square EDITION, an ideal outpost for the gourmand who thrives in the pulse of it all. AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025 There are vibrant wreaths, gourmand candles, and festive throw pillows—all for under $50. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gourmand
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Noun
  • Fish with jig and pigs or plastic worms on a drop=shot rig or shaky head jig.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2025
  • They're derived from animal sources, such as fish, cattle, pigs or chicken.
    Maria Godoy, NPR, 20 Oct. 2025
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  • Ever since, keen epicures had been ardently awaiting his next move.
    Sarah Khan, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Biggest Fear: Pain of their own insecurity, uncertainty. Type 7: The Enthusiast/Epicure The enthusiast/epicure looks to explore all the wonders of life and are always on the hunt for new experiences and adventures.
    Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
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  • Following its 2024 debut at The Stutz downtown, international food and art festival Epicurean will bring the flavors of more than 25 nations to the Fletcher Place neighborhood Oct. 5.
    Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 23 Sep. 2025
  • This fall Robb Report is gathering some of the greatest chefs in America to descend upon Nashville for the annual epicurean festival that is Culinary Masters.
    Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2025
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  • The French gastronome Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin once referred to turkey as a culinary gift from the New World.
    Victoria Flexner, The Atlantic, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Now in its 17th year, The Ritz-Carlton Cayman Cookout offers discerning gastronomes the chance to savor exceptional fare in a spirited atmosphere.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2025

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“Gourmand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gourmand. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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