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Quencher

n.joyful, calmeveryday

What it means

Something that satisfies thirst or brings an intense need to rest.

Reach for it when naming a drink or remedy by the relief it provides

The tart berry cooler proved an excellent thirst quencher.

Choose between these

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  • playful

    cooler

    a chilled casual drink is meant

    not when Cooler names a drink type, not its effect.

  • everyday

    thirst-quencher

    a refreshing drink is specifically intended

    not when The compound cannot describe fire control.

  • warm

    refreshment

    food or drink restores comfort

    not when Refreshment may not satisfy thirst.

  • formal

    beverage

    neutral category language is required

    not when Beverage offers no promise of relief.

  • formal

    remedy

    something answers a persistent need

    not when Remedy suggests a problem or illness.

Said against

3
  • irritant
  • thirst-maker
  • stimulant

It naturally appears in

3
  • thirst quencher

    Cucumber water made a crisp thirst quencher.

  • summer quencher

    The cafe serves a minty summer quencher.

  • effective quencher

    Plain water remains the most effective quencher after exercise.

Where this comes from

The definition and the example on this page are written here. The dictionaries above ground which meaning is being described, not the wording.