CEFR B1

dryness

noun

Meaning

The condition of lacking moisture, liquid, or lubrication.

Examples

The extreme dryness of the air caused my skin to become itchy.
He complained about the dryness in his throat after speaking for hours.

Synonyms: aridness, parchedness, desiccation

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dryness (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈdraɪnəs/

Definition

The condition of lacking moisture, liquid, or lubrication.

Examples

The extreme dryness of the air caused my skin to become itchy.
He complained about the dryness in his throat after speaking for hours.
The lotion was designed to combat the dryness caused by harsh weather.

Synonyms of dryness

Words with a similar meaning to dryness:

aridness
parchedness
desiccation

Antonyms of dryness

Words with the opposite meaning to dryness:

moisture
wetness
humidity

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