thirsty

adjective

ˈthər-stē How to pronounce thirsty (audio)
Definition of thirstynext
1
as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest young athletes thirsty for a chance to prove themselves

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2
as in dry
marked by little or no precipitation or humidity struggling to survive in that hot and thirsty climate

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3
as in absorbent
able to soak up liquids especially readily guest bathrooms are furnished with luxuriously thick, thirsty towels

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Recent Examples of thirsty Water Often All plants need water, but mums are particularly thirsty flowers that should be watered regularly when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2026 This super moisturizing, yet ultra-light gel cream quenches thirsty skin and increases hydration. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 Then, ten minutes later, Erin is at the other end of the table telling Daisy that Jessel is so thirsty. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2026 In Florida, on top of uniting with brother Matthew, Tkachuk joins a team thirsty to regain championship glory after injuries derailed last season. — Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for thirsty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thirsty
  1. excited
  2. dry
  3. absorbent
  4. avid
  5. enthusiastic
  6. eager
  7. hungry
  8. anxious
Adjective
  • The Fear Economy Pew Research found in August 2026 that 52% of Americans are more concerned than excited about AI, up from 37% in 2021.
    — Bob Pearson, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Upon their arrival, the couple stopped to greet excited fans, several of whom had brought them flowers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of excited
Adjective
  • Although the region got some rain Sunday and Monday, most of it fell in areas south of Los Angeles County, leaving Los Angeles and Ventura counties very dry.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Combine turkey stock or chicken broth and dry red wine in a large glass measuring cup.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of dry
Adjective
  • InfuseZen textiles are made from 100% organic Turkish cotton, which gets softer and more absorbent with each wash, creating pieces designed to be used and loved for years.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The ribbed knit is absorbent and quick-drying with a combed cotton material that’s ultra-soft to the touch.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of absorbent
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  • Kreiz is an avid kite surfer whose post-college job was as an instructor at a Club Med and is fond of recalling the story of delivering his baby daughter in the back of a car in front of Paddington Station in London.
    — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, has long been an avid video game player.
    — Preston Fore, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of avid
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  • Support from the faculty was enthusiastic, and Louise worked closely with professors in many departments to ensure the museum’s exhibitions complemented their classes.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
  • In that raucous public square known as Reddit, anti-Trumpers are planning protests, evidence that Trump should not expect an overwhelmingly enthusiastic welcome in the traditionally red Sunflower State.
    — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of enthusiastic
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  • Tech companies are eager for vast tracts to build data centers that can be as large as 70 football fields, and Townsite could set a precedent for similar projects on federal property with more than a dozen others in the planning stages.
    — Jessica Hill, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The shores of Clearwater Beach are packed block-to-block with resorts booked up by eager beachgoers, but the JW Marriott might just be the one to convince you to hang around a little bit longer before launching into Clearwater’s ombré coast.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of eager
Adjective
  • Big tech firms in the US are pouring billions into advanced nuclear power to feed energy-hungry artificial intelligence.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The Dodgers needed a healthy Ohtani to deal with a young, hungry ballclub like the Brewers.
    — Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of hungry
Adjective
  • There’s also reassuring initial bite at the top of the travel, yet the setup doesn’t feel grabby or overly anxious in everyday driving situations.
    — Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Gong’s collection followed the emotional arc of unrequited love, from the first spark and the anxious wait to the social-media sleuthing, a date, and the sudden disappearance that follows.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
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“Thirsty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thirsty. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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