moisture

Noun

Meaning

A moderate degree of wetness.

That which moistens or makes damp or wet; exuding fluid; liquid in small quantity.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

dew WET humidity condensation damp sweat perspiration dampness mugginess clamminess wetness water duster liquid fluid
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Antonyms

lack pelt DRY drought scarcity thirst
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Hypernyms

wetness

Related terms

moisten moistness moisturize moist moisturise moisturizer

Phrases with the word

lack of moisture moisture vapor moisture vapour moisture-permeable moisture farmer moisture meter

Anagrams

misroute timerous

Examples

drops of wet gleamed on the window Source: Internet

A classic pound cake with a strong flavor of strawberry, crunchy exterior and great moisture. Source: Internet

According to the paper by Thiers, in certain climates and certain seasons, it may be an advantage to remain closed because moisture can be conserved in that way. Source: Internet

Adequate moisture and a long growing season result in a wide ring, while a drought year may result in a very narrow one. Source: Internet

A few isolated storms will be possible today as moisture continues slowly deepening. Source: Internet

A hurricane is essentially a heat engine, a rotating storm fueled by moisture from the warm ocean. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

moistless moistly moistness moisture content moisture curable moisture equivalent