arid
3 synonyms and 4 antonyms for arid, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Very dry, especially describing land or climate with little rainfall.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use arid
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
arid climate
arid desert
arid land
Etymology
From Latin aridus, "dry, parched," from arere, "to be dry."
Full origin of arid →Frequently asked questions
What does “arid” mean?
The word “arid” means very dry, especially describing land or climate with little rainfall. In plain terms, extremely dry, usually describing a landscape or climate.
How do you pronounce “arid”?
“Arid” is pronounced A-rihd (/ˈæɹɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “arid” in a sentence?
Here is “arid” used in a sentence: “The expedition crossed hundreds of miles of arid desert.”
What part of speech is “arid”?
“Arid” is an adjective.
Where does the word “arid” come from?
The word “arid” comes from Latin. From Latin aridus, "dry, parched," from arere, "to be dry.".
Is “arid” a common word?
“Arid” is an uncommon word in modern English.
