appetitive

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈæpɪtətɪv/

Definition

Relating to or characterized by a strong desire or urge, especially for food or other biological rewards.

Examples

• The study examined the appetitive behavior of lab mice when presented with sugar water.

• Psychologists often distinguish between appetitive drives, which seek positive stimuli, and aversive drives, which avoid negative ones.

• The appetitive nature of the predator was evident as it stalked its prey with intense focus.

Synonyms of appetitive

Words with a similar meaning to appetitive:

• hungry
• craving
• desirous
• incentive

Antonyms of appetitive

Words with the opposite meaning to appetitive:

• aversive

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