esurient

/ɛˈsɪəriənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or feeling an excessive or insatiable hunger

“The esurient traveler gobbled down the entire meal in minutes.”

2. noun

an insatiable or excessive eater

“The esurient was known for his voracious appetite.”

3. verb

to eat or drink excessively or greedily

“She esuriently devoured the last slice of pizza.”

Synonyms

  • ravenous
  • voracious

Antonyms

  • discerning
  • fastidious