Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

drier

adjective
/ˈdraɪər/
Definition
A comparative form of dry; having less moisture.
Examples
  • The air in the desert is much drier than that in a rainforest.
  • After the laundry was hung outside, it became noticeably drier by the end of the day.
Meaning
The term ‘drier’ refers to something that contains less moisture or water compared to something else. It can be used to describe an object, a climate, or even a condition in which the amount of humidity is reduced.
Synonyms
  • arid
  • parched
  • dehydrated
  • barren
  • bare