Moistness: meaning, definitions and examples
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moistness
[ หmษษชstnษชs ]
feeling
The state or quality of being slightly wet or damp.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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moistness |
Used to describe a moderate level of wetness, often in the context of food, soil, or skin.
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wetness |
Generally used to describe a high level of wetness, often involving visible water or liquid. It can be neutral or negative depending on the context.
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dampness |
Typically used to describe an unpleasant or undesirable level of wetness, often associated with musty or moldy conditions.
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humidity |
Refers to the amount of moisture in the air. Commonly used in weather reports and discussions about climate.
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Examples of usage
- The moistness of the soil was perfect for planting flowers.
- Her hands were covered in the moistness of the morning dew.
atmosphere
A feeling of dampness in the air.
Synonyms
dampness, humidity, mugginess.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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moistness |
This term is generally used to describe a slight wetness without being overly wet. It can refer to substances, surfaces, or the air and is often used to imply a condition that is neither too dry nor too wet.
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humidity |
This term is specifically used to describe the amount of moisture in the air. It is commonly used in weather forecasts and to describe the atmospheric condition.
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dampness |
This word often has a negative connotation and denotes an undesirable amount of moisture, often associated with cold or lacking ventilation. It usually refers to conditions in buildings, clothing, or other items that should ideally be dry.
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mugginess |
This word describes a humid and warm condition that is often uncomfortable or oppressive. It usually refers to the weather and can imply a feeling of heaviness in the air.
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Examples of usage
- The moistness in the air made it difficult to dry the laundry outside.
- The room was filled with a heavy moistness that made it uncomfortable.
Translations
Translations of the word "moistness" in other languages:
๐ต๐น umidade
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเคฎเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Feuchtigkeit
๐ฎ๐ฉ kelembaban
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒะพะปะพะณัััั
๐ต๐ฑ wilgotnoลฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ๆนฟๆฐ (ใใฃใ)
๐ซ๐ท humiditรฉ
๐ช๐ธ humedad
๐น๐ท nem
๐ฐ๐ท ์ต๊ธฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฑุทูุจุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ vlhkost
๐ธ๐ฐ vlhkosลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ๆนฟๆฐ (shฤซqรฌ)
๐ธ๐ฎ vlaga
๐ฎ๐ธ raki
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะปาะฐะปะดัะปัา
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแฎแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ nษmlik
๐ฒ๐ฝ humedad
Etymology
The word 'moistness' originated from the Middle English word 'moistnesse', which came from the Old French 'moistness' and ultimately from the Latin 'macer', meaning 'wet'. The concept of moistness has been associated with feelings of humidity, dampness, and wetness throughout history, with references dating back to ancient civilizations and their understanding of the environment.
See also: moist, moisten, moisture, moisturize.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #36,904, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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