Acoria

/eɪˈkɔːriːə/ noun

Definition

An insatiable appetite or excessive hunger; a medical condition of constantly feeling unsatisfied after eating.

Etymology

From Greek 'a-' (without) plus 'koros' (satiety or fullness), literally meaning the inability to feel satisfied or full.

Kelly Says

Acoria can result from damage to the brain's hunger-regulating centers—people with this condition can eat enormous amounts and never feel full, making it dangerous and psychologically distressing, quite different from simple overeating.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.