Synonyms for

Mouthful

Verb / ˈmaʊˌθfʊl / Another word for mouthful — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the amount that can be held in the mouth at one time

Synonyms & similar words

taste bite chew gulp swallow nibble taste smidgen morsel snack bite-size piece portion quantity sip swig drink draft gulp

Example sentences

  1. He took a big mouthful of pizza.
  2. She couldn't speak because her mouth was full of food.
  3. He took a mouthful of water from the bottle.
  4. The sandwich was so big that it was a mouthful.
  5. She gave her dog a mouthful of dog food.

Quotes

  • It was a mouthful that became popular. It's not a sandwich; it's a burger. - Daniel Boulud
  • There's no good way to approach a mouthful of stuffing. - Geoffrey Zakarian
  • A mouthful of sea water would settle anyone. - John Millington Synge

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