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How is the word humid distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of humid are damp, dank, moist, and wet. While all these words mean "covered or more or less soaked with liquid," humid applies to the presence of much water vapor in the air.

a hot, humid climate

When is it sensible to use damp instead of humid?

While the synonyms damp and humid are close in meaning, damp implies a slight or moderate absorption and often connotes an unpleasant degree of moisture.

clothes will mildew if stored in a damp place

When would dank be a good substitute for humid?

In some situations, the words dank and humid are roughly equivalent. However, dank implies a more distinctly disagreeable or unwholesome dampness.

a prisoner in a cold, dank cell

In what contexts can moist take the place of humid?

The synonyms moist and humid are sometimes interchangeable, but moist applies to what is slightly damp or not felt as dry.

treat the injury with moist heat

Where would wet be a reasonable alternative to humid?

The meanings of wet and humid largely overlap; however, wet usually implies saturation but may suggest a covering of a surface with water or something (such as paint) not yet dry.

slipped on the wet pavement

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of humid The Halo Sport Short is my go-to pick for humid days. Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2025 The baby monkey is being housed in a humid environment to help treat her upper respiratory infection and has been given fluids and a proper diet, according to zoo officials. Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 Jan. 2025 Blood sweat is a pink fluid that pygmy hippos ooze out to keep cool in humid climates and to protect their skin from sunburns. Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Jan. 2025 Plates heaped with rice and aromatic curries showcase the island’s culinary riches, while orange king coconuts are cracked open and offered as a sweet, refreshing balm to the humid heat. Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for humid 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humid
Adjective
  • Wipe surfaces with soap and water Use a damp cloth or wet mop on all dusty areas, not limited to the floors.
    Carly Mallenbaum, Axios, 22 Jan. 2025
  • Put the damp dishcloth into the microwave for about 60 to 90 seconds.
    Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The sticky oil can be applied directly to the belly and over right side of the abdomen, but holistic health enthusiasts like to soak a piece of cotton or flannel and apply heat for more intense delivery.
    Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
  • Like other Thai cities, Chiang Rai boasts its fair share of markets and night bazaars, where visitors can browse Thai handicrafts and sample khao soi (a curry noodle soup that’s a northern specialty) and mango sticky rice at their own pace.
    Tanvi Chheda, AFAR Media, 17 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Everything's hot and muggy, and there's voodoo and magic and booze and music permeating the air.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Some spots in the desert Southwest were expecting temperatures topping 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 degrees Celsius), and hot, muggy conditions also permeated the Deep South and Middle Atlantic.
    Prarthana Prakash, Fortune, 5 July 2024

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“Humid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humid. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.

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