Meaning of the word starved in English

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

starved

US /stɑːrvd/
UK /stɑːvd/

Adjective

1.

suffering or dying from hunger

Example:
The refugees were weak and starved.
Many children in the war-torn region are starved.
2.

deprived of something necessary

Example:
The plants were starved of sunlight.
The company was starved of funds and eventually went bankrupt.