Definition

The state of having no water or being very dry.

Example

The region suffered from severe waterlessness due to the ongoing drought.

Conversation

Have you heard about the waterlessness in some regions lately?

Yeah, it’s really concerning how many places are running out of water.

I can’t believe how serious the situation is with such waterlessness affecting agriculture.

I know! It’s scary to think about the long-term effects on food supply.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Waterlessness → It is formed from "water" (from Old English *wæter*, meaning liquid that falls as rain or is found in rivers and lakes) and "-lessness" (meaning without). The word "waterlessness" means the state of being without water.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-lessness') the essential 'liquid' ('water') that we need for life.

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