Humidity: meaning, definitions and examples

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humidity

 

[ hjuːˈmɪdɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

weather

The amount of water vapor present in the air.

Synonyms

dampness, moisture level

Examples of usage

  • High humidity can make the air feel sticky and uncomfortable.
  • Low humidity can lead to dry skin and respiratory problems.
Context #2 | Noun

science

A measure of the amount of water vapor in the atmosphere.

Synonyms

moisture content, water vapor concentration

Examples of usage

  • Scientists use various instruments to measure humidity levels in the air.
  • Humidity plays a crucial role in weather forecasting.

Translations

Translations of the word "humidity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 umidade

🇮🇳 नमी

🇩🇪 Feuchtigkeit

🇮🇩 kelembaban

🇺🇦 вологість

🇵🇱 wilgotność

🇯🇵 湿度

🇫🇷 humidité

🇪🇸 humedad

🇹🇷 nem

🇰🇷 습도

🇸🇦 رطوبة

🇨🇿 vlhkost

🇸🇰 vlhkosť

🇨🇳 湿度

🇸🇮 vlažnost

🇮🇸 raki

🇰🇿 ылғалдылық

🇬🇪 ტენიანობა

🇦🇿 rütubət

🇲🇽 humedad

Etymology

The word 'humidity' originated from the Latin word 'humiditas', which means moisture or dampness. It has been used in English since the late 16th century to describe the moisture content in the air. Humidity is a key factor in various fields such as meteorology, agriculture, and health, influencing everything from crop growth to human comfort levels.

See also: dehumidifier.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,858 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.