Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whet someone's appetite
idiom
/wɛt ˈsʌmˌwʌnz ˈæpɪˌtaɪt/
Definition
To stimulate or increase someone’s interest or desire for something.
Examples
- Watching the cooking show really whet my appetite for Italian food.
- The teaser trailer for the movie definitely whetted my appetite to see the full film.
- Her description of the trip to Italy whetted my appetite for travel.
Meaning
This phrase usually refers to creating a craving or eagerness for food or an experience, making someone want more of it.
Synonyms
- stimulate interest
- excite desire
- provoke curiosity
- arouse hunger
