What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gourmandize
Example
She gourmandized on the rich chocolate cake, savoring every bite. [gourmandize: verb]
Example
His gourmandizing habits led to weight gain and health problems. [gourmandizing: gerund or present participle]
devour
Example
The hungry child devoured the pizza in seconds. [devoured: past tense]
Example
She devours books on history and science. [devours: present tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Devour is more commonly used than gourmandize in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gourmandize and devour?
Gourmandize is a more formal word than devour, which is more commonly used in informal contexts.
