Famine and Marasmus

Famine noun - A falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number.

Marasmus and famine are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Marasmus" instead a noun "Famine".

Nearby Word: famished

Marasmus noun - Extreme malnutrition and emaciation (especially in children); can result from inadequate intake of food or from malabsorption or metabolic disorders.

Famine and marasmus are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Famine" instead a noun "Marasmus".