Famine Definition & Meaning
famine
- noun
- an acute insufficiency
- a severe shortage of food (as through crop failure) resulting in violent hunger and starvation and death
"Famine" in song lyrics
See how famine is used in real songs:
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"Cocking my sound cannon and topping the sound famine"
Benefit — So Sick -
"Yo whatchu known for? Killin rappers off like a famine"
The Demigodz — The Godz Must Be Crazy -
"Laws and commandments, many wars plus famine"
Hell Razah f/ Darnell McClain, Timbo King — Heaven on Earth
Words that rhyme with famine
Usage tips for "famine"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "famine" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for famine to find words that pair well.