Synonyms: thirsty
Definition: able to take in large quantities of moisture
Usage: thirsty towels
Similar words: absorbent, absorptive
Definition: having power or capacity or tendency to absorb or soak up something (liquids or energy etc.)
Usage: as absorbent as a sponge
Synonyms: athirst, thirsty, hungry
Definition: (usually followed by `for') extremely desirous
Usage: athirst for knowledge; hungry for recognition; thirsty for informaton
Similar words: desirous, wishful
Definition: having or expressing desire for something
Usage: desirous of high office; desirous of finding a quick solution to the problem
Synonyms: thirsty
Definition: needing moisture
Usage: thirsty fields under a rainless sky
Similar words: dry
Definition: free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
Usage: dry land; dry clothes; a dry climate; dry splintery boards; a dry river bed; the paint is dry