Voraciously: meaning, definitions and examples
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voraciously
[ vəˈreɪʃəsli ]
eating habits
Voraciously refers to an intense, eager, or insatiable way of consuming food or information. It describes a manner of eating that is characterized by greediness or a strong appetite. Someone who eats voraciously does so with great enthusiasm and without restraint. This term can also apply to non-physical consumption, such as devouring books or information with a similar fervor.
Synonyms
gluttonously, greedily, insatiably, ravenously.
Examples of usage
- She voraciously devoured the novel in one sitting.
- He ate the pizza voraciously, hardly pausing for breath.
- They voraciously consumed the knowledge at the conference.
Translations
Translations of the word "voraciously" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vorazmente
🇮🇳 लालायित होकर
🇩🇪 gierig
🇮🇩 rakus
🇺🇦 ненаситно
🇵🇱 łapczywie
🇯🇵 貪欲に (donyoku ni)
🇫🇷 voracement
🇪🇸 vorazmente
🇹🇷 açgözlüce
🇰🇷 탐욕스럽게 (tam-yokseureopge)
🇸🇦 بشراهة (bisharh)
🇨🇿 hltavě
🇸🇰 hladovo
🇨🇳 贪婪地 (tān lán de)
🇸🇮 žretno
🇮🇸 átaklega
🇰🇿 тәбетті
🇬🇪 მოჭარბებით (mocharbebit)
🇦🇿 acgözlü şəkildə
🇲🇽 vorazmente
Etymology
The word 'voraciously' is derived from the Latin root 'vorax', meaning 'greedily devouring'. 'Vorax' is related to 'vorare', which means 'to devour'. The adjective 'voracious' emerged in the English language during the late 14th century, referring initially to excessive appetite, particularly in relation to food. Over time, the adverb form 'voraciously' developed, extending the usage from strictly eating to figurative consumption, such as acquiring knowledge or experiences with eagerness. The term has maintained its essence throughout the centuries, often implying an uncontrollable desire that drives the action of consuming or engaging deeply with something.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,639 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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