starved

[stɑrvd]

starved Definition

  • 1suffering or dying from hunger
  • 2extremely hungry
  • 3deprived of something essential

Using starved: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "starved" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The refugees were starved and malnourished.

  • Example

    I'm absolutely starved, let's grab some food.

  • Example

    The plants were starved of sunlight and water.

starved Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for starved

Antonyms for starved

Phrases with starved

  • craving or desiring attention or affection

    Example

    The neglected child was starved for attention.

  • starved of resources

    lacking the necessary resources to function properly

    Example

    The school was starved of resources, making it difficult for students to learn.

  • deprived of oxygen, leading to suffocation or death

    Example

    The climbers were starved of oxygen at high altitude.

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Summary: starved in Brief

The term 'starved' [stɑrvd] refers to a state of extreme hunger or deprivation, whether it be from lack of food, resources, or other essentials. It can also describe a strong desire or craving for something, as in 'starved for attention.'