humidity

noun

hu·​mid·​i·​ty hyü-ˈmi-də-tē How to pronounce humidity (audio)
yü-
plural humidities
: a moderate degree of wetness especially of the atmosphere compare relative humidity

Examples of humidity in a Sentence

the humidity of the region It's not the heat that will get you—it's the humidity. The temperature is 67 degrees with humidity at 75 percent. an area of low humidity
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That can mean maintaining the right pressure, temperature, or humidity to keep a chemical stable. Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 1 Nov. 2024 Some of the leading causes to irregular humidity levels is poor ventilation, your surrounding climate, or home's AC unit. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024 Elevated warnings stretch from Massachusetts to Virginia, with humidity levels plummeting to around 30% and gusty winds of nearly 30 mph. Abc Climate Unit, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2024 In dense vegetation and high humidity, simple is more effective. Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for humidity 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of humidity was in the 15th century

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“Humidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/humidity. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

humidity

noun
hu·​mid·​i·​ty hyü-ˈmid-ət-ē How to pronounce humidity (audio)
yü-
plural humidities
: moisture, dampness
especially : the amount of moisture in the air

Medical Definition

humidity

noun
hu·​mid·​i·​ty hyü-ˈmid-ət-ē, yü- How to pronounce humidity (audio)
plural humidities
: a moderate degree of wetness especially of the atmosphere see absolute humidity, relative humidity

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