a physiological need for food; the consequence of food deprivation

[ Syn: hungriness ]

strong desire for something (not food or drink); a thirst for knowledge; hunger for affection

[ Syn: hungriness , thirst , thirstiness ]

feel the need to eat

have a craving, appetite, or great desire for

[ Syn: crave , thirst , starve , lust ]

be hungry; go without food; Lets eat--Im starving!

[ Syn: starve , famish ]