Starvation Meaning

There are 2 meaning(s) for word Starvation

Meaning 1 : the act of depriving of food or subjecting to famine

    Example : the besiegers used starvation to induce surrender,they were charged with the starvation of children in their care

    Synonyms : starving
Meaning 2 : a state of extreme hunger resulting from lack of essential nutrients over a prolonged period

    Synonyms : famishment