Unhungry

Describing a state or condition where one lacks the sensation of hunger or the physical need for food. It signifies a lack of appetite or desire to eat, often stemming from recent satiation, illness, emotional states, or simply a natural ebb and flow in one's physiological cycles. 'Unhungry' implies a temporary absence of the typical bodily signals associated with hunger, encompassing both the physical feelings and the mental yearning for nourishment. This contrasts with being 'sated' which is a state of being fully satisfied and 'starving', the extreme opposite.

Unhungry meaning with examples

• After enjoying a large Thanksgiving dinner, the family felt unhungry for the rest of the day. They had consumed a large amount of food, and their stomachs felt full and content. No one even desired dessert for several hours. Even looking at leftovers failed to create a desire to snack.
• Sarah reported feeling unhungry due to her persistent flu. The nausea and fatigue were suppressing her appetite, making it difficult to consider eating anything. She took sips of water but eating felt unbearable, and even the scent of food was unappealing.
• Following a heated argument, Mark found himself completely unhungry. The stress and emotional turmoil had killed his appetite. He went for a long walk to try and clear his head, ignoring the usual evening meal and feeling no pangs of hunger.
• The hikers, after climbing all day, had to force themselves to eat, even though they were not unhungry. Their bodies needed fuel, but the exertion had temporarily decreased their appetite. Though full of food, there was no desire to eat more the next day.