hunger

/ˈhʌŋɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

a strong desire to eat, or a feeling of lack of food; a physical need for food.

“The refugees were suffering from hunger after being stranded for weeks without aid.”

2. verb

to feel or show a desire to eat, or to feel a lack of food.

“My stomach is hungering for a hearty meal after a long day of work.”

3. noun

a need or desire for something, especially something intangible.

“The crowd’s hunger for entertainment was met with a spectacular fireworks display.”

4. verb

to crave or desire something, especially something intangible.

“The audience is hungering for a new release from their favorite artist.”

5. noun

a feeling of intense desire or enthusiasm, often for something abstract.

“The hunger for knowledge drove her to pursue a career in academia.”

Synonyms

  • appetite
  • craving
  • famine
  • starvation

Antonyms

  • fullness
  • satiation
  • satisfaction