Question

Select one word for the given definition:
One who eats too much

a)Vegetarian
b)Cannibal
c)Glutton
d)Herbivorous

Answer 1

Hint: There are various words in English which are used to refer to a particular set of individuals, animals, plants or things. For example carnivorous plants, animals and individuals are those who feed on meat or any other living organism.

Complete step-by-step answer:
A person who eats too much can be referred to as an overeater. The consumption is more than normal. Vegetarianism is the practice of refraining from the consumption of meat and also by products of animal slaughter. People who are vegetarians eat more vegetables, fruits, beans, soy etc. to meet their nutrition requirements. Example: Vegetarian hikers enjoy the many meat-free selections at this restaurant.

Cannibalism is the act or practice of humans eating the flesh or internal organs of other human beings. The person who practices cannibalism is called a cannibal. It is still practiced in Guinea region and many other tribal societies for cultural reasons and in ritual and in wars. Example: He was not an ordinary boy because he had become a cannibal, which means he killed people and ate them!

Herbivorous is a group or category of animals that gets its metabolic energy by eating only plants. They only feed on fruits and vegetables produced by fruit-bearing plants. These kinds of animals have special digestive systems that let them digest all kinds of plants, including grasses. Example: In habits the animal was cursorial and herbivorous, or possibly carnivorous.

Glutton is used to refer to a person who drinks and eats excessively or voraciously. It also means that the person has a remarkably greater desire or capacity for something. Example: Could do both, but Sarah would call me a glutton. Hence the correct answer is option c.


Note: Try to understand in which reference the words are used, to better pick up the correct option.