Meaning & Definition of word "Thirsty"

Thirsty

/ˈθɜːrsti/

1. having a strong desire or craving for liquid; feeling the need to drink.
- Example: After running in the hot sun, I felt incredibly thirsty.
2. having a desire for something; eager or longing.
- Example: He was thirsty for knowledge and spent hours reading books.
3. dry and arid, as in lack of water; used to describe land or soil.
- Example: The thirsty ground soaked up the rain quickly after the long drought.

Old English 'þirstig', related to the noun 'þirst' meaning 'thirst'.

thirsting for knowledge:

A strong desire to learn and understand more.

thirsty as a desert:

Extremely thirsty; in dire need of hydration.

getting thirsty:

Feeling an increasing desire for something, often used informally.

hydration:

The process of providing adequate water to bodily tissues.

dehydrate:

To lose or remove water from something.

parched:

Dry and shriveled, especially due to heat.

Meaning: Eager for attention or validation, often in a romantic context.

Example Sentence: She is so thirsty for attention, always posting on social media.

Meaning: Desperate or overly keen, especially in a flirtatious manner.

Example Sentence: He was acting thirsty at the party, trying too hard to impress her.