Quote by Samuel Johnson
Hunger is never delicate; they who are seldom gorged to the full with praise may be safely fed with gross compliments, for the appetite must be satisfied before it is disgusted.
Summary
This quote suggests that hunger, whether it is physical or emotional, is not something that can be treated delicately. It implies that individuals who rarely receive ample praise or recognition can easily be fulfilled with excessive and less sincere compliments because one's appetite for affirmation must be appeased before reaching a point of being unsatisfied or disinterested. In other words, when someone is starved for positive feedback or experiences, even basic praise can be enough to satisfy their hunger for validation.