famine
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A severe and widespread shortage of food that causes serious hunger across a large area.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Antonyms
abundance
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The drought led to a _____ that affected millions of people."
Answer: famine
In your own words, what does "famine" mean?
A severe and widespread shortage of food that causes serious hunger across a large area.
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