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Starved Definition & Meaning

starved
adjective
  1. suffering from lack of food
  2. extremely hungry; "they were tired and famished for food and sleep"; "a ravenous boy"; "the family was starved and ragged"; "fell into the esurient embrance of a predatory enemy"

"Starved" in song lyrics

See how starved is used in real songs:

  • "When you're somach is on the ground, you starved"
    Dom Pachino f/ JoJo Pellegrino — Speak Softly
  • "Honda hatchback hand held y'all starved"
    Lyrics Born — Pack Up
  • "Right through guts I carve I'm cooped up and starved"
    Mr. Hyde — Married to Pain

Words that rhyme with starved

Usage tips for "starved"

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Frequently asked questions

What does starved mean?
suffering from lack of food extremely hungry; "they were tired and famished for food and sleep"; "a ravenous boy"; "the family was starved and ragged"; "fell into the esurient embrance of a predatory enemy"
What part of speech is starved?
Starved is an adjective.
How many definitions does starved have?
Starved has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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