sicca

/ˈsɪkə/

Definitions

1. adjective

dry; dehydrated, especially in reference to the mucous membranes of the eyes or mouth.

“The patient’s sicca condition made it difficult to produce tears.”

2. noun

a state of dryness, especially of the mucous membranes of the eyes or mouth.

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with sicca, a symptom of Sjögren’s syndrome.”

Synonyms

  • dehydrated
  • dry

Antonyms

  • humid
  • moist