1. the feeling of needing or wanting food
2. a strong desire or craving for something

1. to have a strong desire or craving for something

Examples

• After skipping breakfast, she felt intense hunger by noon.
• The charity works to fight hunger in developing countries.
• He had a hunger for knowledge that drove him to read constantly.
• The artist hungered for recognition of her work.
• Children often experience hunger pangs before dinner.
• She hungered for adventure and decided to travel the world.
• The refugees suffered from severe hunger and malnutrition.