devourer
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈvaʊərər/
KK: /dɪˈvaʊərər/
noun
Definition
A person or thing that eats something eagerly or in large amounts.
Example
The devourer of books finished another novel in just one day.
Conversation
Have you ever seen that documentary about the devourer of the ocean?
No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!
It's fascinating how they describe it as a creature that just consumes everything in its path.
That sounds intense! I should definitely check it out.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
glutton
voracious
predator
Antonyms
nibbler
fast
sipper
verb
Definition
To eat something eagerly and in large amounts.
Example
The hungry wolf began to devour its prey.
Tense Forms
Past: devoured
Past Participle: devoured
Conversation
I just made this huge plate of pasta and I can't wait to devour it!
That sounds amazing! I love pasta.
You should join me; I always devour any pasta leftovers!
Root Explanation
Devourer → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "vorare" (meaning to swallow or eat). The word "devourer" refers to one who swallows down or consumes something eagerly or ravenously.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who eagerly 'swallows down' their food — 'de-' means down, and 'vorare' means to eat.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.