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teetotal vs dry

dry vs teetotal

teetotal is not a noun while dry is a noun.

teetotal and dry both are adjectives.

teetotal and dry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
teetotal No Yes Yes No
dry Yes Yes Yes No
As adjectives, teetotal and dry are synonyms defined as:
  • teetotal and dry: practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
teetotal (noun) dry (noun)
a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages
teetotal (adjective) dry (adjective)
practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
not producing milk
(of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
lacking moisture or volatile components
without a mucous or watery discharge
having a large proportion of strong liquor
humorously sarcastic or mocking
practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
not shedding tears
lacking warmth or emotional involvement
unproductive especially of the expected results
lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
(of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
having no adornment or coloration
teetotal (verb) dry (verb)
practice teetotalism and abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages become dry or drier
remove the moisture from and make dry
Difference between teetotal and dry

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