PALATES Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

palates

noun

plural of palate

as in appetites

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Noun

Even in cases in which the alliance could act collectively, such as through offensive cyber-operations, doing so requires consensus among 32 countries that have very different histories, domestic politics, and appetites for risk.

— Julianne Smith, Foreign Affairs, 7 Oct. 2026
Of note for more adventurous appetites are the oxtail and blue cheese pizza or Zambian whole bream fish.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of appetites

Noun

Groth and Silver Oak were two early favorites, but my tastes have always ranged beyond Napa, including Burgundy, Chablis, Pinot Noir, and Italian whites.

— Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2026
At that time, the company’s Fisher-Price, Barbie and American Girl brands were struggling to connect with changing consumer tastes and Mattel was reeling from the recent bankruptcy of Toys R Us.

— Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of tastes

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Contrary to their female counterparts, they are viewed as leaders, pursuing their inherent right to be heard and obtain all their manly desires.

— Damaly Gonzalez, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026
Put yourself in the perspective of your prospective customer, and create a campaign that taps into their desires and their fears, their wants and their needs.

— Ivan Doruda, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026

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