Thirst: meaning, definitions and examples

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thirst

[ θɜːrst ]

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feeling

A strong desire for a drink.

Synonyms

craving, desire, hunger

Examples of usage

After running a marathon, he felt a deep thirst that could only be quenched by a cold glass of water.
The desert sun left them with a relentless thirst that seemed impossible to satisfy.

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for knowledge

A strong desire for something, typically knowledge or understanding.

Synonyms

curiosity, eagerness, passion

Examples of usage

She had a thirst for adventure and exploration, always seeking to learn something new.
His thirst for knowledge led him to spend countless hours in the library, absorbing information.

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desire

To have a strong desire for something.

Synonyms

crave, long for, yearn

Examples of usage

He thirsted for revenge against those who had wronged him.
She thirsted for success and was willing to work hard to achieve her goals.

Translations

Translations of the word "thirst" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sede

🇮🇳 प्यास

🇩🇪 Durst

🇮🇩 haus

🇺🇦 спрага

🇵🇱 pragnienie

🇯🇵 渇き (かわき)

🇫🇷 soif

🇪🇸 sed

🇹🇷 susuzluk

🇰🇷 갈증 (galjeung)

🇸🇦 عطش

🇨🇿 žízeň

🇸🇰 smäd

🇨🇳 渴 (kě)

🇸🇮 žeja

🇮🇸 þorsti

🇰🇿 шөлдеу

🇬🇪 წყურვილი

🇦🇿 susuzluq

🇲🇽 sed

Word origin

The word 'thirst' originated from Old English 'thurst', which is of Germanic origin. Its first recorded use in the English language dates back to the 8th century. The concept of thirst as a physical sensation has been universally recognized since ancient times, with various cultures emphasizing the importance of staying hydrated. Metaphorically, the word 'thirst' has been used to convey a strong desire for something beyond just water, such as knowledge, success, or revenge.