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dryness

Translations

drynessnoun
drynesses
pl
The dryness of the desert air can be harsh on the skin.
La sécheresse de l’air du désert peut être dure pour la peau.
Additional translations
sécheresseAu sens figuré, pour un style ou un propos austère, peu vivant ou peu engageant.
ariditéS’emploie surtout pour un manque d’humidité dans un climat, un sol ou un environnement.
sécheresseEn œnologie, pour un vin peu ou pas sucré.
Synonyms
aridity
drought
desiccation
parchedness
lack of moisture
Antonyms
wetness
moisture

Definitions

drynessnoun
The state or condition of being dry, lacking moisture.
The dryness of the desert air can be harsh on the skin.
A quality of being dull or uninteresting.
The lecture was criticized for its dryness and lack of engagement.
A condition in which there is an absence of rain or precipitation.
The prolonged dryness led to water shortages in the region.
The characteristic of having little or no sweetness, especially in wine or other beverages.
The wine's pleasant dryness pairs well with seafood.
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