Learn how to use the comparative “thirstier” and superlative “thirstiest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “thirstier”?

The comparative form of “thirstier” is “thirstier”.

Example

After running for an hour, I felt even thirstier than before.

Example

He drank two glasses of water and became thirstier.

What is the superlative form of “thirstier”?

The superlative form of “thirstier” is “thirstiest”.

Example

Among all the hikers, she was the thirstiest after climbing the mountain.

Example

After running a marathon, he was declared the thirstiest runner.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with thirsty, thirstier, and thirstiest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more thirsty' and 'most thirsty' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, thirstier and thirstiest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Thirsty does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Thirsty → Thirstier Superlative: Thirsty → Thirstiest

Expressions with similar meanings to “thirstier”

more parched

Used to describe someone who is extremely thirsty

Example

After being stranded in the desert, he became more parched than he had ever been.

drier

Used to indicate a strong desire for liquid

Example

The hot weather made her mouth drier than ever.

craving more

Used to express a strong desire or need for something to drink

Example

After a long workout, she was craving more water to quench her thirst.

Expressions with similar meanings to “thirstiest”

most parched

Similar to thirstiest, this emphasizes extreme thirst

Example

After days without water, he was the most parched of all the survivors.

driest

Used to describe the highest level of thirst

Example

The intense heat left her mouth the driest it had ever been.

craving the most

Used to express the highest level of desire or need for something to drink

Example

After hours of physical activity, he was craving the most water to satisfy his thirst.

Using than with comparative “thirstier”

When using the comparative form thirstier to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She felt thirstier than her friend after the workout." Here, than is used to show that the level of thirst 'she' felt is greater than the level of thirst her friend felt.

How can I use this expression in context?

“thirstier” and “thirstiest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Physical Activities

  After playing basketball for an hour, he was thirstier than ever.

  After playing basketball for an hour, he was thirstier than ever.

• 2. Hot Weather

  The scorching sun made everyone feel thirstier than usual.

  The scorching sun made everyone feel thirstier than usual.

• 3. Dehydration

  After not drinking water for a day, she became thirstier and thirstiest.

  After not drinking water for a day, she became thirstier and thirstiest.

• 4. Long Workouts

  The intense exercise left him feeling thirstier and thirstiest.

  The intense exercise left him feeling thirstier and thirstiest.

• 5. Desert or Arid Environments

  Surviving in the desert made them the thirstiest they had ever been.

  Surviving in the desert made them the thirstiest they had ever been.