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thirst
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- pronunciation:
- thuhrst
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a dry feeling in the mouth or throat that is caused by the need or desire to drink.
- similar words:
- dehydration
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definition 2: |
any strong desire.
Mary has a thirst for good books.- synonyms:
- hunger
- similar words:
- appetite, desire, greed, itch, longing, lust, taste, want, yen
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related words: |
passion, wish |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
thirsts, thirsting, thirsted |
definition 1: |
to feel thirsty.
The farm workers thirsted for a cold drink after being in the sun for hours. |
definition 2: |
to have a strong desire.
Jane thirsted for peace and quiet in her busy life.- synonyms:
- hunger
- similar words:
- desire, hanker, long, lust, want
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related words: |
wish |
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