DEHYDRATION Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

dehydration

noun

Definition of dehydration next

as in dryness

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Recent Examples of dehydration Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito fell ill at a Philadelphia event in March and was treated for dehydration, but required no overnight hospital stay. —

Mark Sherman, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2026 An oral rehydration solution typically used to treat dehydration from diarrhea or vomiting in children. —

Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026 Nearly 97 percent of female respondents reported burning sensations during urination, while 45 percent described amber to brown urine—a sign of dehydration and possible kidney strain. —

Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026 Sun damage, not dehydration, is perhaps the most serious source of dark spots and fine lines. —

John Monaco, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dehydration

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dryness

Noun

Estrogen patches — also known as estradiol patches — delivers the hormone estrogen via the skin, where it's absorbed to help alleviate the more distressing symptoms of menopause, like hot flashes, and vaginal dryness and burning.

— Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
However, over-exfoliating can cause irritation and inflammation which can lead to acne, dryness, and pre-mature aging.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026