moisture

noun

mois·​ture ˈmȯis-chər 

ˈmȯish-

: liquid diffused or condensed in relatively small quantity

Synonyms

• damp
• dampness
• humidity
• moistness

Examples of moisture in a Sentence

These flowers grow best with moisture and shade.

Wool socks will pull moisture away from your skin.

The leaves absorb moisture from the air.

Recent Examples on the Web

Although drought is the most urgent threat, the Northeast is also broadly getting rainier as a result of climate change, because a warmer atmosphere can hold more moisture. —Denise Chow, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024

Because down insulation’s Kryptonite is moisture, the Deploy isn’t ideal as the only layer for resort skiing, uphilling, or other sweat-producing activities (a PFC-free DWR does protect the down from light flurries). —Kelly Bastone, Outside Online, 4 Nov. 2024

Using a humidifier this time of year can help combat the symptoms of colder temperatures, including dry skin, nosebleeds, and sore throats, by releasing extra moisture into your space. —Toni Sutton, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024

An old, musty smell in your cabinets can be caused by multiple issues, the biggest one being moisture. —Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from moiste

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

moisture

noun

mois·​ture ˈmȯish-chər 

ˈmȯis-

: a small amount of liquid that causes moistness : dampness