parched
4 synonyms and 2 antonyms for parched, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Dried out from heat or lack of moisture.
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.
Antonyms
How to use parched
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
parched throat
parched land
absolutely parched
Frequently asked questions
What does “parched” mean?
The word “parched” means dried out from heat or lack of moisture. In plain terms, very dry — used for land baked by the sun, or informally for a person who badly needs a drink.
How do you pronounce “parched”?
“Parched” is pronounced pahcht (/pɑɹt͡ʃt/ in IPA).
How do you use “parched” in a sentence?
Here is “parched” used in a sentence: “The parched fields cracked under months of drought.”
What part of speech is “parched”?
“Parched” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “parched” have?
“Parched” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: dried out from heat or lack of moisture.
