Definition

Not having any food available or present.

Example

During the drought, many families found themselves in a foodless situation.

Conversation

Did you hear about the event last night?

Yeah, I heard it was pretty foodless.

I can't believe they didn't provide any snacks at all!

Right? It’s hard to enjoy an event when you’re foodless.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Foodless → It is formed from "food" (from Old English *fōda*, meaning nourishment or sustenance) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "foodless" means without food or lacking nourishment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'food' as nourishment and remember that 'foodless' means lacking that nourishment.

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