feed off
Gain strength from
Feed off means to draw sustenance or energy from something.
Animals feed off prey or plants.
Figuratively, people feed off emotions, situations, or other people: He feeds off the crowd's energy, She feeds off drama.
The phrase often suggests a parasitic or dependent relationship—gaining strength while potentially depleting the source.
Blood-feeding aquatic worm
- manipulateControl through clever influence
- take advantageUse opportunistically for benefit
- preyAnimal being hunted
- parasiteOne exploiting a host
siphon · drain · capitalize · use · abuse · profit · extract · deplete
leech
Blood-feeding aquatic worm
- manipulateControl through clever influence
- take advantageUse opportunistically for benefit
- preyAnimal being hunted
parasite · siphon · drain · capitalize · use · abuse · profit · extract · deplete · mooch
nourish
Provide sustenance to
forage · graze · browse · nutrients · calories · energy · fuel · sustain · ingest · devour
thrive
Flourish with vigor
- invigorateTo fill with energy
- stimulateProvoke into activity
- fuelEnergy source material
boost · empower · strengthen · galvanize · inspire · motivate · amplify · intensify · flourish · charge