Meaning & use
moisture
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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