lack of rain

Definitions

A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.

The state of being deficient in precipitation over an extended duration.

Examples

The crops began to wither due to the prolonged lack of rain.

A severe lack of rain has led to water restrictions throughout the county.

The forest fire was exacerbated by the lack of rain over the past several months.

Synonyms

drought dryness aridity dearth water shortage parchedness desiccation

Antonyms

deluge downpour rainfall precipitation flood wetness abundance