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thirsty
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thirsty

adjective \ˈthər-stē\
thirst·i·erthirst·i·est

Definition of THIRSTY

1
a : feeling thirst
b : deficient in moisture : parched <thirsty land>
c : highly absorbent <thirsty towels>
2
: having a strong desire : avid <thirsty for knowledge>
— thirst·i·ness \-stē-nəs\ noun
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Examples of THIRSTY

  1. The salty food was making her thirsty.
  2. <struggling to survive in that hot and thirsty climate>

First Known Use of THIRSTY

before 12th century

Related to THIRSTY

Synonyms
arid, droughty, sere (also sear), dry, waterless
Antonyms
damp, dank, humid, moist, wet

thirsty

adjective \ˈthər-stē\   (Medical Dictionary)
thirst·i·er; thirst·i·est

Medical Definition of THIRSTY

: feeling thirst

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