toriness

/tɔːˈrɪnɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality or state of being torrid or having a hot dry climate.

“The toriness of the desert made it difficult for travelers to navigate without water.”

2. noun

A tendency to be or become torrid, typically of a region or a climate.

“The toriness of the summer months made the city’s heatwaves a regular occurrence.”

Synonyms

  • heat
  • torridness

Antonyms

  • chill
  • coldness