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Definition of aridness

aridness

/ˈær.ɪd.nəs/
ar · id · ness
Adverb:aridly
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Adjective:arid
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aridness Lexical Profile

aridness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The state or quality of being extremely dry or lacking moisture, especially with regard to climate or land.

Example

"The extreme aridness of the plateau makes conventional agriculture nearly impossible without irrigation."

2

A lack of interest, vitality, or imaginative stimulation; dullness or emotional sterility.

Example

"Critics complained about the intellectual aridness of the committee's lengthy report."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'aridness' is fully standard, 'aridity' is significantly more common in both scientific and literary contexts.

• Nearby Words

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aridly
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ariel
aright
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Aridness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/aridness
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