thirst

/θɜːrst/

Definitions

1. noun

a strong desire for a particular thing, especially water; a feeling of needing something

“She felt a great thirst after her long hike.”

2. verb

to feel or show a strong desire for something, especially water

“The children were thirsty and wanted to drink some juice.”

3. verb

to be in need of something, especially water

“The parched earth was thirsty for the rain.”

Synonyms

  • craving
  • hunger

Antonyms

  • fullness
  • satiation