arid
US /ˈer.ɪd/
UK /ˈer.ɪd/
1.
having little or no rain; too dry or barren to support vegetation
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The desert is an arid region.
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Farmers struggle to grow crops in such arid conditions.
2.
lacking in interest, excitement, or meaning
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The lecture was so arid that many students fell asleep.
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His writing style is rather arid and lacks vivid descriptions.