thirst (A2)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /θɜːrst/
Definition
A strong desire or craving for something, especially a drink.
Examples
The desert travelers suffered from extreme thirst.
She had a thirst for knowledge that could not be satisfied.
He felt a deep thirst for revenge after the betrayal.
How to Use thirst
- thirst for (prepositional phrase)
- A strong desire for something. — "She has a thirst for knowledge."
- thirst after (prepositional phrase)
- To strongly desire or pursue something. — "He thirsted after power his entire life."
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