aked

/eɪkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to become or make something dry and cracked, especially with heat.

“The dry wind aaked the earth, turning it into a barren wasteland.”

2. verb

to crack or become cracked, especially with heat.

“The paint aaked and flaked off after being exposed to the scorching sun.”

3. verb

to make (something) dry and cracked, especially with heat.

“The farmer aaked the soil to make it suitable for planting.”

Synonyms

  • shrivel
  • wither

Antonyms

  • hydrate
  • moisten