dehydrated

[dɪˈhaɪdreɪtɪd]

dehydrated Definition

  • 1having lost a large amount of water from the body or from food, causing weakness, dizziness, or similar symptoms
  • 2having had water or moisture removed in order to preserve or concentrate the substance

Using dehydrated: Examples

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

  • Example

    After hiking for hours without water, he felt dehydrated and dizzy.

  • Example

    The dehydrated fruit is a great snack for camping trips.

  • Example

    She was hospitalized due to severe dehydration.

  • Example

    The dehydrated soup mix can be reconstituted with boiling water.

dehydrated Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for dehydrated

Phrases with dehydrated

  • skin that lacks moisture and appears dry, flaky, or dull

    Example

    Using a moisturizer can help alleviate dehydrated skin.

  • food that has had its water content removed in order to preserve it

    Example

    Dehydrated food is a popular choice for camping and hiking trips.

  • a headache caused by dehydration, often accompanied by other symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, and nausea

    Example

    Drinking plenty of water can help prevent dehydration headaches.

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Summary: dehydrated in Brief

'Dehydrated' [dɪˈhaɪdreɪtɪd] refers to a state of having lost a significant amount of water from the body or from food, leading to symptoms such as weakness, dizziness, and dryness. It can also refer to substances that have had water or moisture removed in order to preserve or concentrate them. Examples include 'After hiking for hours without water, he felt dehydrated and dizzy.' and 'The dehydrated fruit is a great snack for camping trips.'

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