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Synonyms of hungry

8 similar words · 7 opposite words

Another word for hungry is starving. Other synonyms of hungry are famished. The opposite of hungry is full.

Synonyms and similar words for hungry

adjectiveAffected by hunger; having the physical need for food.

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Opposite of hungry

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Meaning of hungry

  1. adjective Affected by hunger; having the physical need for food.
  2. adjective Causing hunger.
  3. adjective Eager; having an avid desire or appetite for something.

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Questions about synonyms of hungry

What is another word for hungry?
Hungry has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as starving and famished.
What is the opposite of hungry?
The opposite of hungry is full. Other antonyms of hungry are satiated.
What does hungry mean?
Hungry means affected by hunger; having the physical need for food.

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