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insatiable

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Adj — Impossible to satisfy; always wanting more.

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insatiate unsatiable

How to use insatiable

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insatiable appetite insatiable curiosity insatiable demand

Etymology

From Latin insatiabilis — in- ("not") plus satiare, "to satisfy, fill up."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “insatiable” mean?

The word “insatiable” means impossible to satisfy; always wanting more. In plain terms, so strong a desire or hunger that it can never fully be satisfied.

How do you pronounce “insatiable”?

“Insatiable” is pronounced ihn-SAY-shuh-buhl (/ɪnˈseɪʃ(j)əbəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “insatiable” in a sentence?

Here is “insatiable” used in a sentence: “He has an insatiable appetite for knowledge.”

What part of speech is “insatiable”?

“Insatiable” is an adjective.

Where does the word “insatiable” come from?

The word “insatiable” comes from Latin. From Latin insatiabilis — in- ("not") plus satiare, "to satisfy, fill up.".

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