Synonyms for Desiccated (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (thoroughly dried out):
dried-out
WordNet sense 2 (free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet):
dry
WordNet sense 3 (preserved by removing natural moisture):
dehydrated, dried
WordNet sense 4 (prevented from decaying or spoiling and prepared for future use):
preserved
WordNet sense 5 (lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless):
arid, desiccate, desiccate
WordNet sense 6 (lacking in liveliness or animation):
dull
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