Guzzled

To consume (a drink or food) quickly and greedily, often in large quantities. It implies an unrestrained and usually impolite manner of eating or drinking, often associated with a sense of urgency or lack of self-control. The term emphasizes the rapid ingestion of a substance without regard for savoring it, often to satisfy a strong hunger or thirst. It highlights a focus on immediate gratification. This behavior is often contrasted with more refined or leisurely methods of consuming food or beverages.

Guzzled meaning with examples

• After the grueling hike, the thirsty hikers guzzled down the entire bottle of water in a matter of seconds, oblivious to the others. They were parched and consumed it quickly.
• He was so famished that he guzzled his soup straight from the bowl, barely noticing the scalding heat. His hunger was his only focus and needed immediate relief.
• The college students, eager for the weekend, guzzled their celebratory beers, filling their bellies fast, eager to start their social activities.
• Seeing the approaching storm, the farmer guzzled the last of his coffee before hurrying to secure the livestock. The approaching threat caused fast consumption.