thirst

noun

ˈthərst How to pronounce thirst (audio)
Definition of thirstnext
1
as in craving
a strong wish for something his thirst for knowledge is evident in his book-filled house

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2
as in enthusiasm
urgent desire or interest an unquenchable thirst for travel that has led her to the far corners of the globe

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Recent Examples of thirst Pay attention to thirst and, if needed, track your fluid intake. — Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 21 July 2026 For precaution, the weather service advises anyone spending time outdoors to know the symptoms of heat exhaustion, which include dizziness, thirst, nausea, heavy sweating and weakness. — Ruth Abramovitz, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026 Unfortunately, this karaoke machine seems to have a thirst for blood. — William Earl, Variety, 20 July 2026 Bangkok’s thirst for new rooftop cocktail bars is being slaked these days at Sanctuary, which offers a view of the glimmering Sukhumvit strip — Bangkok’s Broadway — 34 floors below. — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for thirst
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thirst
  1. craving
  2. enthusiasm
  3. desire
  4. hunger
  5. longing
  6. appetite
  7. urge
  8. excitement
Noun
  • But to your brain, romance may look less like affection and more like craving, stress, and reward.
    — Big Think, Big Think, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Low energy, fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness, headaches, fainting, brittle or thin nails, hair loss, cravings to chew ice and restless legs syndrome are a few signs, according to Thomas.
    — Amy McGorry, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of craving
Noun
  • The crowd skewed older, with plenty of fans who appeared decades removed from high school but sang along with the enthusiasm of teenagers.
    — Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
  • Costco's big changes to some parking lots The corporate honchos at Costco know all this bad parking karma can curb enthusiasm for shopping there.
    — Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 30 July 2026
Definition of enthusiasm
Noun
  • In the Public Employment Relations Board filing, SEIU Local 1000 shared its desire to make suggestions on AI and technology that could affect employment matters, such as pay, productivity expectations, schedules and working conditions.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
  • His three-day sentencing hearing featured emotional victim impact statements, tapes of his confessions to police and insights into his twisted desire for infamy and obsession with school shooters.
    — Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Definition of desire
Noun
  • Irina’s hunger and possessiveness both escalate, leading to the (offscreen) murders of anyone who gets in the way — of her parenting, or a meal.
    — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 30 July 2026
  • Initially focused on pedigree, a junior designer's innovative mock-up taught him that hunger and ideas are paramount.
    — Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of hunger
Noun
  • At first glance, the Irwin Pizza Hut’s preservation of its 1990s aesthetic seems like a simple case of promoting a nostalgic longing for the past.
    — Jeff Galak, The Conversation, 31 July 2026
  • This is, at times, a wrenching novel, strewn with broken bodies, but its atrocities never overwhelm its faith in creaturely communion, and in grief and longing that clarify, rather than obscure, one’s desires and selfhood.
    — Rachel Vorona Cote, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026
Definition of longing
Noun
  • The appetite for larger compounds has become so voracious that Chad Carroll of Compass says requests for them have become a regular part of his business.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 21 July 2026
  • Coffee that interferes with sleep may indirectly damage cardiovascular health, since inadequate sleep can adversely affect blood pressure, appetite, glucose regulation and overall well-being.
    — Robert Glatter, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of appetite
Noun
  • Let go of any lingering urges or habits to play it small because when eclipses arrive, there’s higher potential for big life changes.
    — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Before returning from vacation, a retreat or even a demanding week, resist the urge to jump back into action.
    — Angela Cusack, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of urge
Noun
  • The Aries Moon in your 11th House of Friends squares Mercury in your 2nd House of Resources, so group excitement could bump into budget reality.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The muscles in Lola Petticrew’s face twitch ever so slightly, indicating Catherine’s excitement that the police are now in possession of this picture.
    — Erin Qualey, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of excitement

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