Cool MateMeaning of Devour
To eat something eagerly and in large amounts.
In simple words: To eat something very eagerly or quickly.
Devour in a sentence
- The children devoured the delicious pizza within minutes.
- She devoured the novel, finishing it in just one day.
- At the feast, the guests devoured every dish on the table.
- After the workout, he devoured a protein bar to regain energy.
- The critics devoured the movie, praising every aspect of its storytelling.
How to use Devour
Use 'devour' when describing the act of eating with great enthusiasm or speed. It is often used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, such as in literature or when discussing a passion for books.
Grammar pattern
devour + object
Memory hint
Think of a lion devouring its prey, illustrating eagerness and intensity.
Related words
Collocations with Devour
- devour a book
- devour a meal
- devour food
- devour with delight
Synonyms for Devour
- gobble
- savor
- wolf down
- consume
Opposites of Devour
- fast
- nibble
- snack
Common mistakes with Devour
- Confusing with 'devote', which means to dedicate something.
- Using 'devour' with inanimate objects mistakenly.
- Overusing it instead of simpler words like 'eat' for casual contexts.
Devour appears in
Devour in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يأكل بشغف
أن تأكل شيئًا بشغف أو بسرعة كبيرة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
গোগ্রাসে খাওয়া
খুব আগ্রহ বা দ্রুত কিছু খাওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
verschlingen
Etwas sehr gierig oder schnell essen.
- SpanishEspañol
Devorar
Comer algo con mucha ansia o rápidamente.
- Persianفارسی
بلعیدن، از شدت اشتیاق خوردن
چیزی را خیلی با اشتیاق یا سریع خوردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Dévorer
Manger quelque chose très avidement ou rapidement.
- Hindiहिन्दी
निगल जाना
किसी चीज़ को बहुत ज़्यादा या तेज़ी से खाना।
- ItalianItaliano
Divorare
Mangiare qualcosa con molta avidità o velocità.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Devorar
Comer algo com muita vontade ou rapidez.
- RussianРусский
Пожирать, поглощать
Есть что-то очень жадно или быстро.
- Urduاردو
لذت بردن از غذا، با ولع خوردن
کسی چیز کو بہت شوق یا تیزی سے کھانا۔
- Chinese中文
狼吞虎咽
非常急切或快速地吃东西。
More words like Devour
- Consume
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
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Frequently asked questions about Devour
What does Devour mean?
To eat something very eagerly or quickly.
What is the definition of Devour?
To eat something eagerly and in large amounts.
How do you use Devour in a sentence?
The children devoured the delicious pizza within minutes.
Can you give another example of Devour?
She devoured the novel, finishing it in just one day.
What are synonyms for Devour?
Common alternatives include gobble, savor, wolf down, consume.
What is the opposite of Devour?
Opposite meanings include fast, nibble, snack.
What words go with Devour?
It commonly pairs with devour a book, devour a meal, devour food, devour with delight.
What are common mistakes when using Devour?
Confusing with 'devote', which means to dedicate something. Using 'devour' with inanimate objects mistakenly. Overusing it instead of simpler words like 'eat' for casual contexts.
How do you pronounce Devour?
US: //dɪˈvaʊɚ//, UK: //dɪˈvaʊə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Devour?
Use 'devour' when describing the act of eating with great enthusiasm or speed. It is often used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, such as in literature or when discussing a passion for books.
What CEFR level is Devour?
"Devour" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.