Definition

The condition that occurs when the body loses more water than it takes in, leading to a lack of sufficient fluids for normal bodily functions.

Example

Dehydration can cause serious health problems if not treated quickly.

Conversation

I read that dehydration can really affect your concentration.

Yeah, I noticed that when I don’t drink enough water, I feel sluggish.

Exactly! It’s easy to forget to stay hydrated during the day.

For sure, I always keep a bottle of water nearby now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dehydration → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "hydra" (from Greek "hydor", meaning water) and "-tion" (a suffix indicating the action or process). The word describes the process of losing water or moisture.

Memory Tip

Think of 'down' or 'away' ('de-') from 'water' ('hydra') — that's why dehydration means losing water.

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