aridity

[əˈrɪdəti]

aridity Definition

  • 1the state of being extremely dry, lacking moisture or water
  • 2a lack of interest, excitement, or imagination; dullness

Using aridity: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aridity" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The aridity of the desert makes it difficult for plants to grow.

  • Example

    The aridity of his writing style made it hard for me to stay interested in the story.

  • Example

    The aridity of the lecture left the audience feeling bored and uninterested.

aridity Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for aridity

Phrases with aridity

  • a measure of the degree of dryness of a climate, calculated as the ratio of precipitation to evapotranspiration

    Example

    The aridity index of the region is very high, making it difficult for crops to grow.

  • a lack of creativity or originality in thinking or ideas

    Example

    The intellectual aridity of the discussion left everyone feeling uninspired.

  • a lack of artistic or cultural richness or diversity

    Example

    The cultural aridity of the town made it difficult for artists and musicians to thrive.

Origins of aridity

from Latin 'aridus', meaning 'dry'

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Summary: aridity in Brief

'Aridity' [əˈrɪdəti] refers to the state of being extremely dry, lacking moisture or water. It can also refer to a lack of interest, excitement, or imagination, as in 'The aridity of his writing style made it hard for me to stay interested in the story.' Phrases like 'aridity index,' 'intellectual aridity,' and 'cultural aridity' extend the term's meaning to specific contexts. Synonyms include 'dryness,' 'barrenness,' and 'parchedness,' while antonyms include 'humidity,' 'moisture,' and 'wetness.'