aridness — The quality or state of being extremely dry and lacking moisture. Often refers to land or climate conditions that cannot support much plant life.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The quality or state of being extremely dry and lacking moisture. Often refers to land or climate conditions that cannot support much plant life.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈærɪdnəs/
Korean meaning: 극도로 건조한 상태, 메마름
Korean pronunciation: 에-리드-니스 (강세: 에)
Example Sentences
- My bank account shows the same aridness as the Sahara Desert.
- The aridness of the soil required extensive irrigation systems.
- His creative aridness was cured by a two-week vacation in Paris.
aridness
NOUN//ˈærɪdnəs//
The quality or state of being extremely dry and lacking moisture. Often refers to land or climate conditions that cannot support much plant life.
The quality or state of being extremely dry and lacking moisture. Often refers to land or climate conditions that cannot support much plant life.
The aridness tests his fitness, while he stands as witness!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'aridus' meaning dry or parched, which comes from the verb 'arere' meaning to be dry or withered.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My bank account shows the same aridness as the Sahara Desert.”
“The aridness of the soil required extensive irrigation systems.”
“His creative aridness was cured by a two-week vacation in Paris.”
“The conversation's aridness made everyone check their phones.”
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