B2nounfoodhealth
US/ˈæp.ə.taɪt/
UK/ˈæp.ɪ.taɪt/
the feeling that you want to eat; also a strong wish to have or do something
In context
A long swim in the sea always gives me a huge appetite.
He lost his appetite completely during the week before his exams.
There is little public appetite for another increase in bus fares.
Words that go with appetite
verb + noun
- lose your appetiteStress can make you lose your appetite for days.
- spoil your appetiteDon't eat sweets now or you'll spoil your appetite for dinner.
adjective + noun
- healthy appetiteTeenage boys usually have a very healthy appetite.
- poor appetiteThe doctor asked whether the child had a poor appetite.
noun + preposition
- appetite forYoung Vietnamese have a growing appetite for foreign travel.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have no appetite to eat.Correct: I have no appetite.