aridity
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The quality of being extremely dry, especially describing climate or land with little rainfall.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
dryness
Antonyms
humidity
wetness
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The region's _____ makes farming almost impossible without irrigation."
Answer: aridity
In your own words, what does "aridity" mean?
The quality of being extremely dry, especially describing climate or land with little rainfall.
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