Synonyms of nibbles

nibbles 1 of 2

noun

plural of nibble

as in bites

a small piece or quantity of food

I don't want a whole dessert, so can I just have a nibble of yours?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bites
• mouthfuls
• tastes
• snacks
• morsels
• tidbits
• nuggets
• bits
• canapés
• appetizers
• noshes
• gulps
• medallions
• chews
• collops
• noisettes
• crumbs
• dashes
• dribbles
• licks
• snippets
• touches
• shreds
• swallows
• scraps
• hints
• particles
• laps
• snips
• flecks
• spots
• motes
• sprinklings
• drops
• swigs
• pinches
• dabs
• specks
• scruples
• driblets
• nubbins
• suspicions
• tittles
• hors d'oeuvres
• smidgens
• traces

nibbles

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of nibble

1

as in snacks

to eat reluctantly and in small bites

having no real appetite at all, I just nibbled during the party

Synonyms & Similar Words

• snacks
• pecks
• picks
• tastes
• noshes
• grazes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• gorges
• overeats
• swills
• pigs out
• gormandizes

2

as in chews

to crush or grind with the teeth

nibbling crackers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chews
• eats
• bites (on)
• gnaws (on)
• masticates
• snacks
• crunches (on)
• chomps (on)
• chaws
• munches
• champs
• consumes
• swallows
• noshes
• ruminates
• sinks one's teeth into
• devours
• picks (at)
• gulps
• gobbles (up or down)
• scoffs
• scarfs
• wolfs
• ingests
• mumbles
• pecks (at)
• nips
• gorges
• bolts
• gums

3

as in eats

to consume or wear away gradually

discovered that inflation had steadily nibbled their savings

Synonyms & Similar Words

• eats
• erodes
• gnaws
• bites (at)
• corrodes
• destroys
• frets
• decomposes
• dissolves
• disintegrates
• breaks down
• ruins
• breaks up
• wastes
• wrecks
• decimates
• devastates

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• restores
• refreshes
• regenerates
• revives
• freshens
• renews
• recreates
• revitalizes
• rejuvenates
• refreshens

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of nibbles

Noun

In This Article From rabbits to squirrels, protecting our gardens from nibbles and bites is a season-long endeavor. — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 26 Aug. 2026

After an evening of nibbles and cocktails—and with a pedometer that clocked over 20,000 steps—Lova was ready to turn in for the night. — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026

Stuff homemade or store-bought pimiento cheese into jarred peppadew peppers for bite-size nibbles that make a grand impression. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 24 June 2026

The match will be shown on the museum’s South Terrace, with drinks for sale from the museum’s Park View Bar, and nibbles from its Bourke Street Bakery popup, featuring Australian and American traditional and classic treats. — Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 10 June 2026

Following their wedding luncheon, where 600 guests enjoyed nibbles and small dishes meant to be eaten standing up while in conversation, the couple moved on to their second, more private evening reception. — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026

In recent years, Amazon’s assumption of the Thursday Night Football package and exploratory nibbles from the likes of YouTube have poured billions of bonus bucks into the league’s coffers. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 May 2026

The only nibbles came from a handful of Division II or Division III programs. — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 7 May 2026

Suites elevate the experience with more space, walk-in closets, upgraded bathrooms, and, for Neptune Suite guests, exclusive access to a private lounge, serving nibbles and drinks throughout the day. — Aaron Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026

Verb

Keeping gladiolus and other bulbs in bulb cages or a DIY cage made of chicken wire can add extra rodent protection and make sure nothing nibbles on your plants. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025