Definition

Feeling a stronger desire for food than usual.

Example

After skipping breakfast, I felt hungrier than ever by lunchtime.

Conversation

Are you feeling hungrier than usual today?

Yeah, I don't know why, but I could eat a whole pizza!

Same here! I think I might be hungrier because I skipped breakfast.

That makes sense! Let's grab some food before we both faint.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hungrier → The word is formed from "hungry" (from Old English "hungrig", meaning having a strong desire for food) and the comparative suffix "-er" (meaning more). Thus, "hungrier" means having a greater desire for food than usual.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'more' ('-er') 'desiring food' ('hungry') — that's why hungrier means having a greater desire for food.

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