consuming

[ kuhn-soo-ming ]

adjective

1. strongly and urgently felt:

   a consuming need to be successful.

Other Words From

• con·suming·ly adverb
• con·suming·ness noun
• noncon·suming adjective
• quasi-con·suming adjective
• self-con·suming adjective
• uncon·suming adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of consuming¹

consume + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Studies show that omega-6 intake should be limited and tempered by consuming omega-3 fatty acids, which are anti-inflammatory.

From Salon

She also told the audience to stay up to date on their recommended vaccines and refrain from consuming raw milk and undercooked beef, “especially ground beef.”

From Los Angeles Times

No other details were given about the tourist, who is among several that fell sick or died in recent weeks after consuming what may have been tainted drinks in Laos.

From BBC

Type 1 diabetics – or anyone who wants to reduce the added sugars they're consuming – can try a few culinary tactics to lower their sugar intake while still enjoying this holiday treat.

From Salon

When it is done really well and you are in control of the ruck speed it is just all consuming and very difficult to break down.

From BBC