Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hungerly
Adverb
/ˈhʌŋɡərli/
Definition
In a manner that expresses, shows, or indicates hunger.
Examples
- He reached for the bread hungerly, unable to wait for dinner.
- The children eat hungerly after coming home from school.
- She looked at the dessert menu hungerly, tempted by the sweet options.
Meaning
The adverb ‘hungerly’ refers to actions or feelings that are driven by a desire for food or a strong craving for something, often portrayed with a hint of eagerness or urgency.
Synonyms
- eagerly
- greedily
- avidly
