Meaning & use

moisture

noun·Academic

A small amount of water or liquid present in the air, on a surface, or within a substance.

See it in a sentence

The dehumidifier removed excess moisture from the damp basement air.

This lotion locks in moisture to keep skin from becoming dry.

A note on using this word

Moisture refers to a slight or moderate wetness, less extreme than being soaked or drenched.

Words with a similar meaning

dampnesshumidity

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Words with an opposite meaning

dryness

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