1. comparative form of drought; experiencing or characterized by a greater lack of rainfall or water
Usage: comparative adjective; used to compare two things or situations with respect to dryness or water scarcity

Examples

• This summer has been droughtier than last year.
• The western states are experiencing droughtier conditions due to climate change.
• Farmers in the droughtier regions are struggling to irrigate their crops.
• The droughtier months typically occur in late summer.
• This decade has been droughtier overall compared to the previous one.