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famish
The verb form "famish" is relatively rare in contemporary spoken English, having been largely superseded by "starve." When used as a verb, it carries a heavy, literal connotation of extreme deprivation or death by hunger, often appearing in historical, literary, or formal contexts.
In contrast, the adjective "famished" is extremely common in everyday conversation. It is frequently used hyperbolically to mean "very hungry" rather than literally starving. For example, saying "I'm famished" after missing lunch is a common social exaggeration and does not imply a medical emergency.
While "starve" can also be used hyperbolically (e.g., "I'm starving"), "famished" often feels slightly more descriptive of the physical sensation of emptiness. Avoid using the verb "famish" in casual settings, as it sounds archaic or overly dramatic; stick to "starve" or "be famished."
意味
例文
The prisoners were left to famish in the dungeons.
I forgot to eat breakfast and now I am famished.
We cannot let the refugees famish while we have plenty of food.
The drought threatened to famish the entire village.