Synonyms for

Eat

Verb / i:t / Another word for eat — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to put food into your mouth and then swallow it

Synonyms & similar words

feed corrode eaton eatup useup wipeout runthrough rust deplete consume exhaust consume devour ingest nibble chew swallow gorge feast munch snack dine feed partake sample sup taste gulp crunch bite chomp

Synonyms by register

Formal

consume ingest partake

Informal

chow down guzzle devour wolf down

Literary

partake feast upon dine

Antonyms

starve fast abstain refrain forgo deprive

Common collocations

  • eat out
  • eat in
  • eat up
  • eat away
  • eat a meal
  • eat breakfast
  • eat lunch
  • eat dinner

Word family

noun food
verb eat
adjective edible
adverb eatably

Usage note

While 'eat' is a general term, 'consume' and 'ingest' are more formal. 'Devour' implies eating quickly and greedily.

Example sentences

  1. I want to eat pizza for dinner.
  2. My dog will eat anything!
  3. It is important to eat healthy food.
  4. I always eat breakfast before going to school.
  5. Can I eat some of your popcorn?

Quotes

  • All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt.
  • One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.
  • Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.

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