gourmandize

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gourmandize

The children gourmandize on ice cream at the party.

Definition

Verb: - To eat excessively or greedily; to overindulge in food. It implies consuming food in an immoderate, often gluttonous, manner.

Usage

The verb "gourmandize" describes the act of eating to excess. It is typically used in a context that criticizes or humorously notes a lack of restraint in eating. - It is a formal or literary term. - It often carries a negative connotation of gluttony.

Examples
Advanced Usage
  • "To gourmandize on something": To overeat a particular type of food.
    • The children gourmandized on candy until they felt sick.
Variants and Related Words
  • Gourmand (noun): A person who enjoys eating and often eats too much. (Note: This is distinct from , which implies a refined enjoyment of fine food and drink).
  • Gourmandism (noun): The practice or habit of a gourmand; gluttony.
Synonyms
  • Overeat
  • Gorge
  • Glut
  • Binge
  • Pig out (informal)
  • Stuff oneself
Antonyms
  • Fast
  • Diet
  • Abstain
  • Nibble
gourmandize

The children gourmandize on ice cream at the party.

Verb
  1. overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself
    • She stuffed herself at the dinner
    • The kids binged on ice cream

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