peckish

[ˈpekɪʃ]

peckish Definition

• 1. slightly hungry
• 2. having a desire to eat something

Using peckish: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "peckish" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I'm feeling a bit peckish, let's grab a snack.

• Example

  She always gets peckish in the afternoon.

• Example

  I had a light breakfast so I'm peckish now.

peckish Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for peckish

• hungry
• famished
• starving

Antonyms for peckish

• full
• satiated
• stuffed

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Summary: peckish in Brief

'Peckish' [ˈpekɪʃ] describes a slight hunger or desire to eat something. It is often used to express a need for a small snack or meal, as in 'I'm feeling a bit peckish, let's grab a snack.' 'Peckish' is an adjective and has synonyms like 'hungry' and 'famished,' and antonyms like 'full' and 'stuffed.'