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What is another word for lack of appetite?

Pronunciation: [lˈak ɒv ˈapɪtˌa͡ɪt] (IPA)

When an individual experiences a lack of appetite, they may also be described as having a poor appetite, decreased hunger, or diminished desire to eat. Other synonyms for this condition include anorexia (which is not to be confused with the eating disorder), loss of appetite, or food aversion. Factors that can contribute to a lack of appetite include illness, medication side-effects, emotional distress, and physical discomfort. In some cases, a lack of appetite may also be indicative of an underlying medical condition that requires further investigation. If you or a loved one is experiencing persistently diminished appetite, it is recommended to seek guidance from a medical professional to determine the possible cause and appropriate course of treatment.
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  • It has long been known for sure that the sight of tasty food makes a hungry man's mouth water; also lack of appetite has always been regarded as an undesirable phenomenon, from which one might conclude that appetite is essentially linked with the process of digestion.
    Ivan Pavlov

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