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hungrily

 

[ ˈhʌŋɡrɪli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of eating

Hungrily describes the manner in which someone eats with enthusiasm or eagerness, often due to extreme hunger. It conveys a sense of urgency and desire for food, highlighting that the person is quite famished. This adverb is frequently used to depict characters in literature or everyday situations where food is not just a necessity but a craving. The term can also evoke strong emotions associated with food deprivation.

Synonyms

greedily, insatiably, voraciously

Examples of usage

  • She devoured the meal hungrily.
  • He hungrily reached for another slice of pizza.
  • The children ate hungrily after their long day of play.

Translations

Translations of the word "hungrily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 famintamente

🇮🇳 भूख से

🇩🇪 hungrig

🇮🇩 lapar

🇺🇦 голодно

🇵🇱 głodnie

🇯🇵 空腹で

🇫🇷 avec faim

🇪🇸 hambriento

🇹🇷 aç bir şekilde

🇰🇷 배고프게

🇸🇦 بشغف

🇨🇿 hladově

🇸🇰 hladný

🇨🇳 饥饿地

🇸🇮 lačno

🇮🇸 sveltur

🇰🇿 аштықпен

🇬🇪 შიმშილით

🇦🇿 aclıqla

🇲🇽 hambriento

Word origin

The word 'hungrily' is derived from the Old English 'hungrig,' which meant 'having a desire for food' and is related to the word 'hunger.' The root 'hun' can be traced back to Proto-Germanic origins, where it also connoted the feeling of yearning for sustenance. Over time, it evolved through the Middle English period, maintaining its association with a strong desire to eat. By the 14th century, 'hungrily' was used as an adverb to describe the manner in which people consume food, often emphasizing eagerness. This evolution reflects the human experience surrounding hunger—both physical and emotional—as food has always played a central role in society and culture.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,890, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.