gluttony

noun

glut·​tony ˈglə-tə-nē 

ˈglət-nē

plural gluttonies

1

: excess in eating or drinking

2

: greedy or excessive indulgence

accused the nation of energy gluttony

Synonyms

• gluttonousness
• overeating

Examples of gluttony in a Sentence

the view that gluttony is a serious failure in self-discipline

Recent Examples on the Web

Even though diet culture often frames snacking as a negative—an unbridled act of gluttony at best, and a sign of moral weakness at worst—reaching for an edible pick-me-up when the hunger pangs hit is the most natural thing in the world. —Caroline Tien, SELF, 6 June 2025

Whether exploring gluttony and sin (Pirates of the Caribbean), the impermanence of life (Haunted Mansion) or perseverance in hard work (Snow White’s Enchanted Wish), Disneyland finds delight in the messiness of life. —Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025

Speaking of prizes, diners who finish a whole Slinger get honored with a certificate on the wall immortalizing their gluttony forever. —Monica Eng, Axios, 27 Jan. 2025

Indulge in the morning gluttony. —Jessica Boehm, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see glutton

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

gluttony

noun

glut·​tony ˈglət-nē 

-ᵊn-ē

plural gluttonies

: the act or habit of eating or drinking too much