appetence

noun

Definition of appetencenext
as in zeal

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appetence
  1. zeal
  2. warmth
  3. ambition
  4. zest
  5. readiness
  6. gusto
Noun
  • His descriptions of Thatcher, especially her inability to read social cues, mingle with his admiration for her leadership and ideological zeal.
    Franklin Foer, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2024
  • Without ongoing motivation and reinforcement, the initial zeal spurred by a motivational speech diminishes rapidly, resulting in employees returning to their original state.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024
Definition of zeal
Noun
  • Soundscapes and crystal chimes are used throughout to evoke the warmth of a celebratory toast while also mimicking the festive energy of a party.
    Alexandra Pastore, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Sadhguru’s childhood was steeped in the warmth and creativity of his mother, whose influence still echoes profoundly in his life.
    Mandeep Rai, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of warmth
Noun
  • Recall will be a big test of Microsoft’s AI ambitions in Windows.
    Tom Warren, The Verge, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Heller long dreamed of reviving it, but ambitions for a European Luna Luna tour, or for the city of Vienna to buy the project, were soon abandoned.
    Ian Malone, Vogue, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of ambition
Noun
  • Don't skip the cream cheese frosting, which is flavored with orange zest and vanilla.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Pies and cakes are 9 inches and serve six to eight (apple, pumpkin, pecan, or French silk pie, or an almond cake with orange zest and fresh cranberries).
    Elaine Rewolinski, Journal Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of zest
Noun
  • Before this role, Neumann served as an infantryman and assistant operations sergeant with the 2nd Brigade Combat Team at Fort Carson in Colorado, managing the readiness of soldiers and equipment.
    Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
  • In tandem, both sides can do wonders; the only thing needed is the readiness to collaborate and share knowledge.
    Nataliya Andreychuk, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of readiness
Noun
  • Playing with the concept that people are at their most vulnerable while sleeping, Craven created a horror icon with Freddy Krueger (played with gusto by Robert Englund), an evil entity seeking revenge for his murder by slaying the children of his killers in their dreams.
    Meagan Navarro, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2024
  • Today’s puzzle is a bit of a tricky one, though one with a bit of gusto to warm up your little grey cells.
    Erik Kain, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of gusto
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