gluttony
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
The habit of eating or drinking far more than a person actually needs.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
overindulgence
excess
Antonyms
moderation
abstinence
Usage notes
"Gluttony" is traditionally listed as one of the seven deadly sins in Christian teaching.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The huge holiday feast was, he admitted, an exercise in _____."
Answer: gluttony
In your own words, what does "gluttony" mean?
The habit of eating or drinking far more than a person actually needs.
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