Appetite
/ˈæpətaɪt/
Definitions
2 meaningsA feeling of hunger or a strong desire for food.
/ˈæpətaɪt/
A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.
My appetite increased after the long hike.
💡 Simply: Wanting to eat.
More Examples
She had a healthy appetite and ate a large dinner.
How It's Used
"I have a huge appetite after that workout."
"Loss of appetite is a common symptom of many illnesses."
A keen desire or eagerness for something.
/ˈæpətaɪt/
A strong desire or liking for something.
The artist had a huge appetite for creating art.
💡 Simply: A strong want for something.
More Examples
She showed a remarkable appetite for adventure.
How It's Used
"He has a voracious appetite for knowledge."
Idioms & expressions
to whet one's appetite
To stimulate or increase one's desire or interest.
"The preview of the movie whetted my appetite for more."
From Old French appetit, from Latin appetitus, from appetere "to seek eagerly, desire", from ad- "to" + petere "to seek, strive for".
Historically, the word's usage primarily focused on the physical desire for food, with the figurative use becoming more prevalent in later centuries.
Memory tip
Think 'apple' – a tasty thing that stimulates your appetite.
Word Origin
"to seek eagerly, desire"