desiccated
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for desiccated, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Completely dried out, with all moisture removed.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
desiccate
dehydrated
Antonyms
How to use desiccated
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
desiccated coconut
desiccated skin
Frequently asked questions
What does “desiccated” mean?
The word “desiccated” means completely dried out, with all moisture removed. In plain terms, dried out completely, often used for food preserved by removing moisture.
How do you pronounce “desiccated”?
“Desiccated” is pronounced DEH-sih-kay-tuhd (/ˈdɛsɪkeɪtəd/ in IPA).
How do you use “desiccated” in a sentence?
Here is “desiccated” used in a sentence: “The recipe calls for a cup of desiccated coconut.”
What part of speech is “desiccated”?
“Desiccated” is an adjective.
