INSATIATE Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

insatiate

adjective

(ˌ)in-ˈsā-sh(ē-)ət

Definition of insatiate

as in insatiable

incapable of being satisfied an insatiate avarice that impels him to work incessantly for a fortune that he will never have time to enjoy

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Adjective

With her solo career, Jade has pushed harder than ever before, fueled by an insatiable hunger for true pop greatness.

— Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2026
Trump’s presidency seems rooted in a policy du jour mindset which responds first and foremost to pleasuring his insatiable ego.

— Kevin Igoe, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of insatiable

Adjective

Beloved returns as an unquenchable force demanding more and more nourishment and attention from Sethe.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026
The story follows the transformation of Adriana (Colin), a woman shattered by a terrible murder and who discovers the strength to start over, driven by an unquenchable thirst for justice.

— Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of unquenchable

Adjective

While other options remain on the table, including a possible rescue deal, the situation has become increasingly urgent as more lawyers continue to prepare to leave, according to two people with knowledge of internal discussions.

— Lauren Hirsch, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2026
Kosovo's Parliament convened for an urgent session on Monday in response to Zekaj's death.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of urgent

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An avid reader, Dua Lipa sat down for a chat at the London Literature Festival 2026 in conversation with moderator and novelist Zadie Smith and poet Mustafa about all things books at the Royal Festival Hall yesterday in London.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2026
As an avid Halloween fan who loves donning costumes, she was forced to reflect on her own consumption and waste.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026

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