appetitive
Definitions
Relating to or characterized by a strong desire or appetite, especially for food or sexual gratification.
Relating to behavior that is directed toward a goal or a rewarding stimulus.
Examples
The psychologist studied the appetitive behavior of the animals as they sought out food rewards.
The aroma of freshly baked bread triggered an appetitive response, making everyone in the room hungry.
In behavioral science, an appetitive stimulus is one that an organism will actively work to obtain.
Synonyms
Antonyms
averse indifferent uninterested sated repelled disinclined apathetic