STARVATION
Scrabble letter values: S1T1A1R1V4A1T1I1O1N1 = 13
Definition
- noun a state of extreme hunger resulting from lack of essential nutrients over a prolonged period. — synonyms: famishment
- noun the act of depriving of food or subjecting to famine. — synonyms: starving
Examples
- “the besiegers used starvation to induce surrender”
- “they were charged with the starvation of children in their care”