whetted

[US]/wɛtɪd/
[UK]/wɛtɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.sharpened (a blade or tool); stimulated (appetite, desire, interest)

Phrases & Collocations

whetted appetite

whetted interest

whetted enthusiasm

whetted curiosity

whetted desire

whetted skills

whetted senses

whetted imagination

whetted talent

Example Sentences

his curiosity was whetted by the intriguing book.

the trailer whetted my appetite for the upcoming movie.

she whetted her skills through constant practice.

the chef whetted our taste buds with a delicious appetizer.

his speech whetted the audience's interest in the topic.

the new game whetted my enthusiasm for gaming.

travel stories always whetted my desire to explore.

the art exhibit whetted my appreciation for modern art.

his success whetted my ambition to achieve more.

the mystery novel whetted my imagination.

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