How Do You Spell THIRSTIER?

Pronunciation: [θˈɜːstɪə] (IPA)

Thirstier is spelled with the combination of the letters "th" indicating voiceless dental fricative, followed by "ir" representing the schwa sound, then "s" pronounced as voiced alveolar fricative, followed by the "t" pronounced as voiceless alveolar stop, "i" reflecting the long vowel sound, "er" indicating the schwa sound again. The IPA transcription for this word is /ˈθɜrs.ti.ər/. Thirstier means having a stronger desire for water or other drinks due to dehydration or an unquenched thirst.

THIRSTIER Meaning and Definition

  1. Thirstier is the comparative form of the adjective thirsty. The term refers to the state or condition of being more thirsty than before or compared to someone or something else. Thirsty typically describes a strong desire or need for liquid, particularly water, due to a lack of hydration or excessive heat or activity.

    In everyday usage, thirstier may also be used metaphorically to describe a strong yearning, craving, or intense desire for something other than just water. It can refer to a heightened or increased level of desperation, longing, or eagerness for a particular person, object, experience, or achievement.

    The comparative form thirstier indicates a greater degree or intensity of being thirsty, reflecting an increased level of discomfort or need for hydration. It implies a more pronounced sensation of dryness in the mouth and throat, resulting in a stronger urge to quench one's thirst.

    Additionally, thirstier can be utilized in a figurative sense to describe a heightened level of fervor or drive towards attaining a goal, seeking knowledge, or pursuing success. This conveys an individual's increased determination and focus in pursuing their ambitions or desires.

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Etymology of THIRSTIER

The word thirsty dates back to Old English and has its origins in the Proto-Germanic word thurskhaz. This word eventually evolved into thurstig in Old English, meaning needing a drink, desiring liquid. The suffix -ier is added to the base adjective thirsty to form the comparative adjective thirstier, meaning more thirsty.

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