Meaning of the word famished in English

What does famished mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

famished

US /ˈfæm.ɪʃt/
UK /ˈfæm.ɪʃt/

Adjective

extremely hungry

Example:
I'm absolutely famished; I haven't eaten all day.
After the long hike, we were all famished.