polydipsic

/ˌpɒlɪˈdɪpsɪk/; /ˌpɑːlɪˈdɪpsɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

excessively thirsty

“She was diagnosed with a polydipsic disorder that required her to drink large quantities of water throughout the day.”

2. noun

a person who is excessively thirsty

“The doctor studied the behavior of polydipsics in her research on water consumption and health.”

Synonyms

  • polydrinking
  • thirsty

Antonyms

  • dehydrated
  • thirstless