What is another word for starvation?
Pronunciation: [stɑːvˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Starvation is a condition that occurs when there is a severe shortage of food. It is a term used to describe a state of extreme hunger and malnourishment. There are many synonyms for starvation, including famine, deprivation, hunger, dearth, paucity, and undernourishment. Famine is often used to describe long-term, widespread hunger, while deprivation refers to the lack of specific nutrients or food groups. Hunger is a commonly used synonym for starvation, while dearth and paucity suggest a scarcity of food. Finally, undernourishment describes a state of malnutrition caused by a lack of adequate nutrients rather than simply a lack of food.
