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thirstiness Synonyms

Another word for thirstiness

Choosing another word for thirstiness depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The state or sensation of needing or wanting to drink; physical dryness of the mouth and throat.

Usage Example

"The marathon runners experienced extreme thirst by the tenth mile of the race."

Strongest
thirst
Strong
dehydration
parchedness
dryness
Weak
polydipsia

• noun (Context 2)

A strong, eager, or desperate craving for something, especially attention, validation, or knowledge.

Usage Example

"His constant craving for praise eventually alienated several of his closest colleagues."

Strong
craving
hunger
eagerness
longing
yearning
desperation

Opposites of thirstiness

The opposite of thirstiness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

hydration
indifference
apathy
contentment
satiation
See all opposites of thirstiness

• Nearby Words

thirdly
thirst
thirstily
thirstiness
thirsty
thirteen
thirteenth

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Thirstiness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/thirstiness
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