hunger

US /ˈhʌŋ.ɡɚ/
UK /ˈhʌŋ.ɡɚ/
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1.

a feeling of discomfort or weakness caused by lack of food, coupled with the desire to eat

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He felt a pang of hunger.
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The children cried from hunger.
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appetitestarvationfamishmentemptinesscraving
2.

a strong desire or need for something

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His hunger for success drove him to work tirelessly.
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There is a great hunger for knowledge in this community.
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desirecravinglongingyearningthirst
1.

feel a strong desire or need for something

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He hungers for power.
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The team hungers for victory after a long losing streak.
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cravelong foryearn forthirst forpine for
2.

feel hungry

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I'm starting to hunger.
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Do you hunger for a good meal?
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starvebe hungryfamish