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