Mouthful — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈmau̇th-ˌfu̇l/ mouth·ful

Meaning & Definition of Mouthful

Mouthful (noun)

  1. as much as a mouth will hold
  2. the quantity usually taken into the mouth at one time
  3. a small quantity

Mouthful (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a small piece or quantity of food

    "took a small mouthful of the soup to see if she liked it"

    similar: bite, morsel, nibble, nugget, taste, tidbit
    related: collop, medallion, noisette, nosh, snack, appetizer, canapé, hors d'oeuvre, bit, chew, crumb, dab, dribble, driblet, fleck, hint, mote, nubbin, particle, pinch, scrap, scruple, shred, smidgen, snip, snippet, speck, spot, sprinkling, suspicion, tittle, touch, trace, dash, drop, lap, lick, gulp, swallow, swig

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Mouthful

The most common words with a similar meaning to Mouthful:

bite, morsel, nibble, nugget, taste, tidbit

Related Words for Mouthful

collop, medallion, noisette, nosh, snack, appetizer, canapé, hors d'oeuvre, bit, chew, crumb, dab, dribble, driblet, fleck, hint, mote, nubbin, particle, pinch, scrap, scruple, shred, smidgen, snip, snippet, speck, spot, sprinkling, suspicion

Origin & Etymology of Mouthful

First known use: 15th century

Words & Phrases Containing Mouthful

say a mouthful

Frequently Asked Questions about Mouthful

What does "Mouthful" mean?

"Mouthful" means as much as a mouth will hold. As a noun, it is defined as: as much as a mouth will hold.

What is another word for "Mouthful"?

Other words for "Mouthful" include bite, morsel, nibble, nugget, taste and tidbit. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Mouthful" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Mouthful"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Mouthful". Common alternatives include bite, morsel, nibble, nugget, taste and tidbit.

How do you use "Mouthful" in a sentence?

Examples of "Mouthful" in a sentence: "took a small mouthful of the soup to see if she liked it".

Is "Mouthful" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Mouthful" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Mouthful"?

"Mouthful" is pronounced /ˈmau̇th-ˌfu̇l/ and divided into syllables as mouth·ful.

What is the origin of the word "Mouthful"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Mouthful" meaning "a small piece or quantity of food"?

When "Mouthful" (noun) means a small piece or quantity of food, synonyms include bite, morsel, nibble, nugget, taste and tidbit.