starvation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /stɑːrˈveɪʃn/

Definition

The condition of suffering or dying due to extreme lack of food.

Examples

• The refugees were suffering from starvation and dehydration.

• Starvation is a serious problem in many parts of the world.

• The prolonged famine led to widespread starvation among the population.

How to Use starvation

starvation diet (collocation)

A diet that severely restricts calorie intake, often to an unhealthy degree. — "He tried a starvation diet to lose weight quickly, but it was unsustainable."

starvation wages (collocation)

Wages that are so low that they are barely enough to live on. — "The workers protested against the starvation wages offered by the company."

Synonyms of starvation

Words with a similar meaning to starvation:

• hunger
• malnutrition
• inanition

Antonyms of starvation

Words with the opposite meaning to starvation:

• abundance
• plenty
• satiety

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