Arid

adjective

/ˈæ.ɹɪd/

Word Frequency: 4.2

Definitions

1.adjectiveVery dry.

"The cake was arid."

2.adjectiveDescribing a very dry climate. Typically defined as less than 25 cm or 10 inches of rainfall annually.

"Deserts are known for being arid."

3.adjectiveDevoid of value.

"The millionaire viewed his gift as arid."

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