Hunger (motivational state)
WordNet
noun
(1) Strong desire for something (not food or drink)
"A thirst for knowledge"
"Hunger for affection"
(2) A physiological need for food; the consequence of food deprivation
verb
(3) Be hungry; go without food
"Let's eat--I'm starving!"
(4) Have a craving, appetite, or great desire for
(5) Feel the need to eat