Meaning & Definition of word "Starvation"
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Starvation
/stɑːrˈveɪʃən/
noun:
- 1. the state of being extremely hungry or having insufficient food to sustain life
- Example: The famine led to widespread starvation in the region.
- 2. the suffering caused by a lack of food
- Example: Many children in war-torn countries face starvation every day.
- 3. a prolonged lack of food that can result in death
- Example: Starvation is a grave consequence of neglect during natural disasters.
- 4. the act of depriving someone of food
- Example: The documentary highlighted how people can die from starvation in less than a month.
- 5. a condition resulting from a critical deficiency in energy intake
- Example: Starvation not only affects the body physically but also has severe psychological effects.
Etymology
Middle English estervacioun, from Old French starvation, from medieval Latin starvationem.
Common Phrases and Expressions
starvation diet:
A diet that involves extreme calorie restriction, often leading to hunger.
starvation wages:
Wages that are insufficient to meet basic living expenses.
Related Words
hunger:
The feeling of discomfort or weakness caused by a lack of food.
famine:
A severe shortage of food resulting in widespread hunger.
malnutrition:
A condition caused by not having enough food, or not having the right kinds of food.
Slang Meanings of starvation
Meaning: Hangry
Example Sentence: I get really hangry if I don't eat lunch on time.
Meaning: Starvaged
Example Sentence: After a long hike, I felt completely starvaged!