ハングリー
Meanings
1
Used metaphorically for a strong desire or ambition, especially for success, knowledge, or achievement. Not used for literal hunger.
He is hungry for success.
When I was younger, I studied with more hunger.
Usage patterns
- ハングリーな〈人〉a person who is hungry/ambitious for success
He's a very hungry, ambitious person who's always aiming higher.
- 〈事〉にハングリーだto be hungry/eager for something
She's hungry for success.
- ハングリーになるto become hungry/eager for achievement
After his failure, he became even more driven and hungry for success.
- ハングリーに〈動詞〉to do something with hunger/drive (e.g. live ambitiously)
When I was young, I lived with more hunger and drive.