Definition

To feel a strong need or desire for food or something that satisfies a craving.

Example

After skipping breakfast, I began to hunger for a snack by mid-morning.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I'm starting to feel a bit of hunger after that long walk.

Me too! What do you feel like eating?

I could really go for some pizza right now.

That sounds perfect, let's grab a slice!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A strong feeling of wanting or needing food, often accompanied by discomfort or weakness.

Example

After skipping breakfast, I felt a strong hunger by lunchtime.

Conversation

I can’t concentrate right now because of my hunger.

Yeah, I get that! What do you feel like eating?

I think I need something filling to satisfy this hunger.

Definition

To make someone feel the need for food or to cause them to be hungry.

Example

The smell of fresh bread can hunger a person.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think that spicy food really hungries me more than anything else.

I get that! Sometimes I can't stop eating after a hot curry.

Right? It's like it just opens up my appetite.

Root Explanation

Hunger → The word 'hunger' originates from Old English 'hungor', which means a strong desire for food or a craving. It is related to the Proto-Germanic '*hungraz', which also refers to a state of needing food.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'hungor' that describes a strong desire for food — this helps you remember that hunger means a craving for food.

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