aridness

Definitions of aridness
  1. noun
    a deficiency of moisture (especially when resulting from a permanent absence of rainfall)
    synonyms: aridity, thirstiness
    see moresee less
    type of:
    dryness, waterlessness, xerotes
    the condition of not containing or being covered by a liquid (especially water)
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘aridness'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family