Dryness

/ˈdraɪnəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The state or condition of being dry; lack of moisture.

The dryness of the desert made it difficult for plants to survive.

The quality of being devoid of moisture or liquid.

The dryness of the air in winter can lead to chapped lips and dry skin.

Lack of emotion or enthusiasm; dullness.

The dryness of his humor often went unnoticed by those who didn't appreciate his wit.

The absence of moisture content in a substance, especially in food or soil.

The dryness of the cake indicated it had been overbaked.

A condition of having little or no rain, affecting climate and agriculture.

The prolonged dryness in the region has resulted in severe drought conditions.

Middle English dreyness, from Old English drēgnys, from drȳge, meaning 'dry'.

dry spell

A prolonged period of dry weather or lack of rain.

dry humor

A form of humor that is expressed in a matter-of-fact way, without enthusiasm.

dry run

A practice or rehearsal without the actual elements involved.

arid

Extremely dry; lacking moisture.

desiccate

To remove moisture from something, typically for preservation.

dehydrate

To lose or remove water from, often in food preservation.

Used to describe a boring or uninteresting situation.

The lecture was so dry, I almost fell asleep.

Referring to a lack of excitement or thrill.

That party was a bit dry, not many people showed up.