Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dried-up

adjective
/draɪd ʌp/
Definition
Having lost moisture or water; no longer containing liquid.
Examples
  • The lake was completely dried-up during the summer heat.
  • After the drought, many rivers had dried-up completely.
  • His dreams seemed dried-up after the disappointing news.
Meaning
Refers to something that has become dry, often due to a lack of water or moisture in the environment.
Synonyms
  • Desiccated
  • Parched
  • Dehydrated
  • Withered