drought

Definition

Drought is when it doesn't rain for a long time. This can make plants dry up and die, and it can make it hard for people to get water.

How can the word be used?

The drought has caused a water shortage in the region.

Different forms of the word

Noun: drought.

Adjective: droughty.

Verb: drought.

Synonym: aridity, dry spell.

Antonym: wet spell, moisture.

Etymology

The word "drought" comes from the Old English word drēorig, which means "dry". It is made up of the two Old English words drēor (dry) and ig (adjectival suffix).

Question

What happens when their is a drought?