adipsic

/ædɪˈsɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characterized by a lack of thirst, especially in a pathological condition.

“The patient’s adipsic symptoms made it difficult for doctors to diagnose the underlying cause of her lack of thirst.”

2. noun

A condition characterized by a lack of thirst, often associated with certain neurological disorders.

“The doctor studied the adipsic condition in patients with brain damage to better understand its causes and effects.”

Synonyms

  • anhydrotic
  • thirstless

Antonyms

  • polydipsic