Edacious
Adjective
Definition: Characterized by excessive or insatiable appetite; voracious or devouring.
Synonyms: Voracious, Ravenous, Gluttonous
Antonyms: Satisfied, Content, Moderate
- The edacious wolf quickly devoured its prey.
- Her edacious appetite at the buffet was impressive.
- Think of the word "eat" within "edacious" to remember its meaning.
Etymology:
The word "edacious" comes from the Latin word "edax", meaning "devouring" or "extravagantly voracious".
Historical Usage:"Edacious" first appeared in English in the early 17th century and has been used since then to describe someone or something with a voracious or insatiable appetite.
Related Idioms:
"Edacious eater"
Explanation:Refers to a person with an extreme or insatiable appetite, often implying someone who eats large quantities of food.
Misconceptions:
Confusion with "audacious".
Explanation:Some people may mistakenly associate "edacious" with "audacious" due to their similar spelling. However, these words have different meanings, with "edacious" referring to appetite or eating behavior, while "audacious" means bold or daring.