starvation

/stɑrˈveɪʃən/
noun
  1. The state of suffering or dying from lack of food.
    • The charity works to prevent starvation in impoverished regions.
    • Many animals face starvation during the harsh winter months.
    • The drought caused widespread starvation among the villagers.
  2. An extreme lack of something necessary, such as affection or attention.
    • The child suffered from emotional starvation after being neglected.
    • He felt a starvation for companionship after months alone.
    • Without sunlight, the plants showed signs of nutrient starvation.
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