inappetence

noun

in·​ap·​pe·​tence (ˌ)i-ˈna-pə-tən(t)s How to pronounce inappetence (audio)
: loss or lack of appetite

Examples of inappetence in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Earlier in the week, the young leopard began showing signs of a cough, inappetence, and lethargy — symptoms of the viral disease similar to those recently exhibited by other big cats at the GPZ. Janine Puhak, PEOPLE.com, 12 Oct. 2021

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1691, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inappetence was circa 1691

Dictionary Entries Near inappetence

Cite this Entry

“Inappetence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inappetence. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

inappetence

noun
in·​ap·​pe·​tence (ˈ)in-ˈap-ət-ən(t)s How to pronounce inappetence (audio)
: loss or lack of appetite
complained of inappetence and slight nauseaThe Journal of the American Medical Association

More from Merriam-Webster on inappetence

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!