Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hungrier

Adjective
/ˈhʌŋɡriər/
Definition
The comparative form of ‘hungry’, meaning having a stronger desire for food.
Examples
  • After running for an hour, I felt even hungrier than before.
  • Since starting the new diet, she’s been hungrier than usual.
  • The children were hungrier after playing outside all afternoon.
Meaning
Experiencing a greater need for food than usual.
Synonyms
  • more ravenous
  • more famished
  • more starved