orectic
- noun
- /ɔːˈrɛktɪk/
- Archaic
:
deseo
- She felt an intense orectic for adventure after reading the travel memoir.
Examples
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In ancient texts, the orectic was often contrasted with rational thought.
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The philosopher discussed the orectic aspects of human motivation in his lecture.
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Her orectic longing for chocolate was hard to resist.
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He felt a strong orectic pull towards the delicious aroma of the bakery.
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The author's exploration of orectic motivations sheds light on why we pursue certain desires.
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His orectic cravings for specific flavors guided his choices in the kitchen.
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Her orectic feelings for travel grew stronger after months of staying at home.
Synonyms
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2.1
A desire to eat or to have new experiences
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3.7
A very strong desire for things like food or cigarettes
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6.6
A strong wish to have or do something
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7.5
A strong desire for something
A strong desire to have or do something
A strong wish to have or try something
A strong desire to get or achieve something
A strong desire for things like knowledge or success
A very strong wish for more that cannot be satisfied
How Strong
Surface Forms
Etymology
Orectic comes from the same Greek root orexis meaning 'appetite' or 'desire'. A helpful way to remember the noun is to think of anorexia ('no appetite'); an orectic is a desire or craving for something.