Thirsty/ˈθɜːrsti/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Physical Need Emphasizes the need to drink, specifically referring to a bodily sensation. After jogging in the sun, I felt thirsty. Pro Tip 2/3Intensity Scales Can describe different levels of need for drinks, from mild to urgent. Only a sip of water and I'm still thirsty. Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Literal Sometimes used in exaggeration, not always a serious or true need. I could drink a whole lake I'm so thirsty!