Pronunciation

/appəˈtɪp/

Definitions

Noun

1. Appetite: An inclination or desire to eat; a strong sense of hunger or craving for food.
   • Example: “She had a healthy appetite after a long day of exercise.”
2. Appetite for: A desire or interest in something; eagerness or enthusiasm.
   • Example: “He has a great appetite for adventure.”

Verb

1. To have an appetite (for sth.): To feel a desire or interest in something.
   • Example: “The children had an appetite for learning new things.”
2. To stimulate one’s appetite: To encourage or make someone hungry.
   • Example: “The aroma of fresh bread stimulates her appetite.”

Phrases

• “Whet one’s appetite”: To pique someone’s interest or hunger.
• “Satisfy one’s appetite”: To fulfill one’s hunger or desire for food.
• “Curiosity killed the cat, but it whetted my appetite for knowledge.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She cooked a delicious meal to satisfy their big appetite.”
• Verb: “He whetted his appetite by reading about exotic dishes.”
• Phrasal: “His stories had a way of whetting our appetites for adventure.”

Synonyms

• Hunger
• Craving
• Desire
• Thirst
• Passion
• Taste
• inclination

Antonyms

• Satiety
• Indifference
• Lack of interest
• Disinterest
• Aversion