Snackish

Describing a feeling, tendency, or desire related to snacking, implying a mild or occasional urge for a light meal or snack, rather than a strong hunger. It suggests a craving that's more about pleasure and a temporary satisfaction rather than a dire need for sustenance. The term subtly hints at the enjoyment of small, often convenient, food items between regular meals. It can also refer to the act of consuming such snacks, often with a suggestion of a playful or casual approach to eating. It contrasts with being ravenous, and sometimes relates to a desire for something small, rather than a large or a more substantial meal.

Snackish meaning with examples

• After finishing my work, I felt a snackish urge, not a hunger pang, so I grabbed a handful of almonds from the jar and returned to the task.
• The movie snack options left her feeling snackish, though she wasn't particularly hungry. It was a fun chance to try out some flavored popcorn!
• He admitted that sometimes on afternoons, he was struck by a 'snackish' state and would grab a cookie from the cookie jar. It always kept him alert.
• The kids were 'snackish' after playing outside, so I prepared some cut fruit instead of letting them have more heavy snacks.
• While waiting for dinner, everyone in the household was a bit snackish, so they snacked on veggie sticks while the meal was cooking.