insatiable
What does "insatiable" mean?
The word "insatiable" describes an appetite, desire, or curiosity that is so intense it can never be fully satisfied. Imagine a bottomless pit or a fire that consumes everything in its path but only grows hungrier; it captures the essence of a hunger that persists no matter how much you feed it. It is most commonly used to describe abstract desires, such as an "insatiable thirst for knowledge" or an "insatiable ambition." While it can be used for literal hunger, it sounds quite dramatic in that context and is usually reserved for metaphorical or psychological cravings.
"insatiable" in conversation
Discussing a hobby
I’ve read every book on space travel in this library.
I’ve read every book on space travel in this library.
You have an insatiable curiosity, don't you?
You have an insatiable curiosity, don't you?
Used to compliment someone's intense drive to learn.
Business strategy
Our market share is growing, but the board is unhappy.
Our market share is growing, but the board is unhappy.
They have an insatiable greed for higher quarterly returns.
They have an insatiable greed for higher quarterly returns.
Used here to imply a negative, unstoppable desire for profit.
"insatiable" in a sentence
The baby has an insatiable appetite for milk.
The baby has an insatiable appetite for milk.
She has an insatiable curiosity about how things work.
She has an insatiable curiosity about how things work.
Despite his immense wealth, his insatiable desire for power led to his ultimate downfall.
Despite his immense wealth, his insatiable desire for power led to his ultimate downfall.
