sate — to satisfy (a desire or an appetite) to the full
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to satisfy (a desire or an appetite) to the full
Pronunciation (IPA): /seɪt/
Example Sentences
- The all-you-can-eat buffet finally sated his legendary appetite.
- Reading dozens of mystery novels sated her craving for suspense.
- Even three slices of pizza couldn't sate his midnight hunger.
sate
VERB[/seɪt/]
to satisfy (a desire or an appetite) to the full
After the marathon, a huge bowl of pasta was enough to sate his hunger.
Though late at the gate, he'll sate his hunger tonight!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'satiare' meaning 'to fill, satisfy,' derived from 'satis' meaning 'enough' or 'sufficient.' The word entered English through Old French.
Breakdown
sat- (from Latin satis, enough) + -e (verb ending) = sate (to satisfy fully)
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📝Examples
“The all-you-can-eat buffet finally sated his legendary appetite.”
“Reading dozens of mystery novels sated her craving for suspense.”
“Even three slices of pizza couldn't sate his midnight hunger.”
“The documentary sated their curiosity about ocean life.”
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