hunger

Definitions

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

A strong desire or craving for something.

Examples

The long hike left us with a deep hunger for a hearty meal.

She felt a hunger for knowledge that drove her to read every book in the library.

Many organizations are working tirelessly to combat world hunger.

Synonyms

starvation appetite craving famine desire emptiness voracity

Antonyms

fullness satiety repletion satisfaction surfeit plenty abundance