Anadipsic

/ˌænəˈdɪpsɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by abnormal or pathological thirst that recurs repeatedly.

Etymology

From Greek ana- (again) + dipsa (thirst) + -ic (relating to), forming an adjective describing thirst-related conditions. The term developed in medical literature to specify recurring thirst problems.

Kelly Says

Medical students have to learn this word to distinguish between regular thirst and the serious, recurring kind that signals something's wrong inside your body. It's the 'thirst that won't quit' condition!

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