Synonyms for

Snacks

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

Definition

a small amount of food that is eaten between meals or as a light meal

Synonyms & similar words

bite snack nosh collation treats munchies nibbles refreshments bites appetizers titbits grazing snacking pick-me-up

Synonyms by register

Formal

refreshments appetizers hors d'oeuvres

Informal

nibbles bites treats grub

Literary

dainty morsels light repast

Antonyms

meals feasts banquets dinners suppers entrées

Common collocations

  • healthy snacks
  • salty snacks
  • sweet snacks
  • quick snacks
  • after-school snacks
  • midnight snacks
  • snack bar
  • snack time

Word family

noun snack
verb snack

Usage note

Snacks are typically small portions of food eaten between main meals. The term is generally informal but widely understood.

Example sentences

  1. I like to have some snacks while I watch my favorite TV show.
  2. My mom packed some snacks for me to eat during the field trip.
  3. I always keep some snacks in my backpack when I go to school.
  4. After playing in the park, we sat down to have some snacks.
  5. We had some delicious snacks at the party last night.

Quotes

  • All the candy corn that was ever made was made in 1911.
  • Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first.
  • I have a love-hate relationship with snacks. I love them, but they hate my waistline.

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