arid
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Extremely dry, usually because of very little rainfall.
Synonyms and antonyms
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Which word fits the gap? "Few plants can survive in the _____ conditions of the desert."
Answer: arid
In your own words, what does "arid" mean?
Extremely dry, usually because of very little rainfall.
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