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ahungered

|a-hun-gered|

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/əˈhʌŋɡərd/

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/əˈhʌŋɡəd/

intensely hungry

Etymology
Etymology Information

'ahungered' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'ahongred,' where 'a-' was an intensifying prefix and 'hongred' meant 'hungry.'

Historical Evolution

'ahongred' transformed into the modern English word 'ahungered' through the influence of Old English and Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'intensely hungry,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a state of hunger.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

in a state of hunger; feeling or showing hunger.

The travelers were ahungered after their long journey.

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Last updated: 2025/06/05 14:51