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hydrated

/ˈhaɪ.dreɪ.tɪd/
having enough water in the body

After the workout, she felt properly hydrated.

She had enough water in her body after exercising.


Medicine
formal

Having sufficient water in the body to maintain normal bodily functions

Doctors recommend staying hydrated to prevent dehydration.

Medical professionals advise maintaining adequate water levels in the body.

Often used in medical and health contexts to describe proper fluid balance.

general

Provided with enough water or moisture

The plants need to be kept hydrated during the summer.

The plants must receive enough water to stay healthy in hot weather.

Can also refer to keeping objects or environments moist.

Collocations

stay hydratedmaintain proper water levels in the bodyproperly hydratedhaving enough water to function well

Synonyms

moisturizedwateredfluid-filled

Antonyms

dehydrateddryparched

Related Phrases

hydrate yourselfphrase
drink enough water
hydration therapyphrase
medical treatment involving fluids

Pro Tip

Health Tip

Drink water regularly, especially during physical activity, to stay hydrated.

Gold Rule

Medical Context

In medical terms, 'hydrated' refers to proper fluid balance in the body.

Word Origin

From 'hydrate' (1800s), from Latin 'hydra' (water) + '-ate' (suffix indicating state)

Usage Notes

Common in health and medical contexts, but also used for general moisture maintenance.

Word Breakdown

hydr-
water
root
+
-ated
state or condition
suffix
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