Definition

The state of not having any food available or the condition of being without food.

Example

During the famine, many people experienced foodlessness and struggled to survive.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what foodlessness feels like?

Yeah, it's a tough situation that many people face.

I read that it can really affect your mood and health.

Absolutely, we should be more grateful for what we have.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Foodlessness → It is formed from "food" (from Old English *fōda*, meaning nourishment) and "-lessness" (meaning without). The word "foodlessness" means the state of being without food or nourishment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'food' as nourishment and '-lessness' meaning without — so foodlessness describes a state of being without nourishment.

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