famishing

Meanings

• adjective

  Extremely hungry; starving.

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Variants

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famish , famished , famishes , famishing , famishment , famishments

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Etymology

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Derived from the past participle of the verb 'famine' which means 'to be in a state of not having enough food'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'famishing' is not commonly used in everyday language and is often replaced by the word 'starving'.

2. Famishing is a condition that affects not only humans but also animals, especially during times of drought or war.

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Related Concepts

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1. Famine: A widespread scarcity of food caused by a natural disaster, war, or other reasons.

2. Malnutrition: A condition caused by not getting enough nutrients from food, which can lead to various health problems.

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Culture

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Famishing is a state of extreme hunger and is often associated with poverty, war, and natural disasters. It has been a recurring theme in literature and art, particularly in works that depict the struggles and hardships of those who are suffering from hunger.

How to Memorize "famishing"

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2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'famishing' by associating it with the word 'hunger' and the image of a famished person.

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