appetite

UK
/ˈæp.ə.taɪt/
US
/ˈæp.ə.taɪt/

Translations

appetitenoun
appetites
pl
UK
/ˈæp.ə.taɪt/
US
/ˈæp.ə.taɪt/
He has a healthy appetite and eats a lot.
У него хороший аппетит, и он много ест.
appetiteadjective
UK
/ˈæp.ɪ.taɪt/
US
/ˈæp.əˌtaɪt/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g. 'appetite suppressant'), therefore treated as adjective per editorial policy.

Definitions

appetitenoun
A natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food.
After the long hike, she had a ravenous appetite and couldn't wait to eat.
A strong desire or liking for something.
He has an appetite for adventure and is always planning his next trip.
appetiteadjective
Relating to or intended to influence the appetite (used attributively).
The doctor prescribed an appetite suppressant to curb hunger.