esuriency

/ɛsˈjʊərɪnsi/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being hungry or peevish due to lack of food.

“The child’s esuriency turned the family dinner into a chaotic scene.”

2. noun

A condition of being weak or lacking in vitality.

“Her esuriency after the illness made it hard for her to keep up with her daily chores.”

Synonyms

  • hunger
  • lassitude
  • peevishness
  • weakness

Antonyms

  • fullness
  • satiety