Humidest: meaning, definitions and examples

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humidest

 

[ hjuːˈmɪdəst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

weather condition

Humidest refers to the state of having the highest level of humidity in the air compared to other times or places. This term is often used in meteorology to describe specific conditions that result in discomfort or a sticky sensation. Areas that experience humid conditions can promote the growth of mold and mildew, impacting both health and architecture. When the air is humidest, it often leads to increased perspiration as the body struggles to cool itself.

Synonyms

dampest, soggiest, steamiest, wettest.

Examples of usage

  • The day was the most humid of the summer.
  • In the humidest regions, it's essential to stay hydrated.
  • Humidity levels were at their highest during the storm.
  • The east coast tends to be the humidest area in July.

Translations

Translations of the word "humidest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais úmido

🇮🇳 सबसे नम

🇩🇪 am feuchtesten

🇮🇩 paling lembap

🇺🇦 найвологіший

🇵🇱 najwilgotniejszy

🇯🇵 最も湿った

🇫🇷 le plus humide

🇪🇸 el más húmedo

🇹🇷 en nemli

🇰🇷 가장 습한

🇸🇦 الأكثر رطوبة

🇨🇿 nejvlhčí

🇸🇰 najvlhkejší

🇨🇳 最潮湿的

🇸🇮 najvlažnejši

🇮🇸 blautasti

🇰🇿 ең ылғалды

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ნოტიო

🇦🇿 ən rütubətli

🇲🇽 el más húmedo

Etymology

The word 'humid' originates from the Latin word 'humidus', which means moist or damp. Its roots trace back to the Proto-Indo-European word 'dheu-', which signifies 'to flow' or 'to wet'. The evolution of the term has seen it being associated with atmospheric conditions that pertain to moisture content. In the 16th century, the term started being used in English, referring primarily to air that contains a significant amount of water vapor. As studies in meteorology progressed, the term began to develop specific usages, particularly in describing weather patterns and their effects on both the environment and human comfort levels.