thirstiness

Noun
  1. A deficiency of moisture (especially when resulting from a permanent absence of rainfall) (synset 114560852)
    is a type of: dryness, waterlessness, xerotes - the condition of not containing or being covered by a liquid (especially water)
    same as: aridity, aridness
  2. A physiological need to drink (synset 114064142)
    is a type of: drive - a physiological state corresponding to a strong need or desire
    subtypes:
    • dehydration - depletion of bodily fluids
    • polydipsia - excessive thirst (as in cases of diabetes or kidney dysfunction)
    same as: thirst
  3. Strong desire for something (not food or drink) (synset 104952431)
    "a thirst for knowledge"; "hunger for affection"
    is a type of: desire - an inclination to want things
    same as: hunger, hungriness, thirst

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