Meaning of the word thirst in English

What does thirst mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

thirst

US /θɝːst/

UK /θɜːst/

a feeling of needing or wanting to drink something

Example:

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I woke up in the middle of the night with a terrible thirst.

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After the long hike, their thirst was immense.

Synonym:

dryness dehydration

a strong desire for something

Example:

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He had a deep thirst for knowledge.

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Her thirst for adventure led her to travel the world.

Synonym:

desire craving longing yearning hunger

feel a need to drink

Example:

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After running the marathon, he really thirsted for a cold drink.

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The plants thirsted for water after weeks of drought.

Synonym:

crave long for yearn for

have a strong desire for something

Example:

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He thirsted for revenge after the betrayal.

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The young artist thirsted for recognition.

Synonym:

crave long for yearn for hunger for pine for