droughty

adjective

Definition of droughtynext
as in dry
marked by little or no precipitation or humidity a droughty region that could never support settlements

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for droughty
  1. dry
  2. thirsty
  3. arid
Adjective
  • That minimal percentage is caused by extremely dry air that circulates throughout the cabin at 30,000 feet.
    Sara Button, AFAR Media, 19 Dec. 2024
  • The gel provides immediate soothing relief from dry, itchy skin as well as 24-hour skin hydration.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of dry
Adjective
  • In other words: come thirsty and bring a sturdy appetite.
    Brad Japhe, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • In contrast, Saudi Arabia drew down nearly 80% of its fossil water aquifers between the 1970s and the mid-2010s to irrigate thirsty wheat, corn, and alfalfa fields.
    science.org, science.org, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of thirsty
Adjective
  • The Supreme Court’s decision has drawn criticism from scientists and environmental advocates, who say the gutting of safeguards will jeopardize water quality throughout the arid West.
    Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Today, 5,000-head dairies are common, especially in the arid West.
    Simon Hill, WIRED, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of arid
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droughts

droughty

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