gluttony

noun
UK: /ˈɡlʌt.ən.i/
US: /ˈɡlʌt̬.ən.i/

  1. The act of eating or drinking too much.

    1. His gluttony made him feel sick.
    2. The holiday season often encourages gluttony and overindulgence in food and drink.

  2. Habitual greed or excessive desire for food or drink; one of the seven deadly sins in Christian teachings.

    1. Gluttony is a sin to be avoided.
    2. The excesses of the wealthy were often criticized as a form of gluttony, ignoring the needs of the poor.

Synonyms

voracity greed intemperance

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "gluttony" in English means: The act of eating or drinking too much., Habitual greed or excessive desire for food or drink; one of the seven deadly sins in Christian teachings..

The phonetic transcription of "gluttony" is /ˈɡlʌt.ən.i/ in British English and /ˈɡlʌt̬.ən.i/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "gluttony": voracity, greed, intemperance.

Example usage of "gluttony": "His gluttony made him feel sick.". More examples on the page.