Ravenous
Adjective
Definition: (of hunger or need) very great; voracious.
Synonyms: Voracious, Hungry, Famished, Starved, Insatiable
Antonyms: Satisfied, Full, Satiated
Examples:
- After hiking all day, they were ravenous and devoured their dinner.
- The wolf was ravenous and eagerly attacked its prey.
Mnemonics:
- Think of a raven, a bird known for its voracious appetite.
Etymology:
Origin:
The word "ravenous" comes from the Latin word "rabidus," meaning greedy or voracious.
Historical Usage:The word has been in use since the late 16th century, maintaining its meaning of intense hunger.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Ravenous appetite"
Explanation:Refers to an extreme or insatiable hunger.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "ravenous" with "ravishing."
Explanation:While both words start with "rav," "ravenous" describes extreme hunger, while "ravishing" means stunningly beautiful or attractive.