Moisture: meaning, definitions and examples

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moisture

 

[ หˆmษ”ษชstสƒษ™r ]

Noun
Weather
Context #1 | Noun

in the air

A small amount of water or other liquid in the air, making it feel damp or humid.

Synonyms

dampness, humidity, wetness.

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Word Description / Examples
moisture

General term for water or liquid in small amounts, often used in scientific or technical settings.

  • The moisture in the air can affect the performance of electronic devices.
  • Plants require an optimal level of soil moisture to grow well.
humidity

Describes the amount of water vapor in the air, often used in weather reports or climatology.

  • High humidity can make hot days feel even hotter.
  • The humidity level in the greenhouse must be carefully controlled.
dampness

Refers to slight wetness, often in a negative sense, suggesting something is unpleasantly wet.

  • The dampness in the basement can lead to mold growth.
  • You could feel the dampness in the walls after the heavy rain.
wetness

Refers to being covered or saturated with water or liquid, usually to a noticeable extent.

  • The wetness of the floor made it slippery and dangerous.
  • The dog shook off the wetness after coming in from the rain.

Examples of usage

  • The high humidity levels indicate a lot of moisture in the air.
  • After the rain, there was a noticeable increase in moisture in the atmosphere.
Context #2 | Noun

in the soil

Water present in the soil, essential for plant growth.

Synonyms

hydration, water content.

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moisture

This term is commonly used to refer to the presence of water in small amounts within materials, environments, or substances. It is often discussed in contexts such as weather, cooking, or construction.

  • The plant soil should have enough moisture to keep the roots healthy
  • The high moisture in the air made the day feel sticky
hydration

Often used in the context of human and animal health, hydration refers to the process of making sure the body has enough fluids, especially water. It is critical in discussions about health, exercise, and wellness.

  • After running for an hour, he needed to focus on hydration
  • Proper hydration is essential for bodily functions

Examples of usage

  • The farmers checked the moisture levels in the soil before planting the crops.
  • The lack of moisture in the soil affected the growth of the plants.
Context #3 | Noun

in the skin

The natural oils and water content in the skin, important for its health and appearance.

Synonyms

dewiness, hydration, moistness.

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Word Description / Examples
moisture

General term used to describe the presence of water or dampness in various contexts such as in the air, soil, skin, etc.

  • The moisture in the air made the day feel much warmer.
  • Plants need a sufficient amount of moisture to thrive.
hydration

Refers specifically to the level of water present in or needed by the body, skin, or other living tissue. Often used in health and beauty contexts.

  • Proper hydration is essential for good health.
  • This lotion provides intense hydration for dry skin.
moistness

Describes something being moderately wet, often used in the context of describing food or soil. Sometimes has a slightly negative connotation when describing something unexpectedly wet, like in a humid area.

  • The cake had the perfect level of moistness.
  • The moistness in the air made it difficult to stay cool.
dewiness

Describes a fresh, slightly wet quality often associated with morning dew or a glistening appearance, frequently used in beauty and skincare contexts.

  • Her skin had a natural dewiness that made her look radiant.
  • The meadow was covered in dewiness early in the morning.

Examples of usage

  • Proper hydration helps maintain the moisture levels in the skin.
  • Dry skin lacks the necessary moisture for a healthy complexion.

Translations

Translations of the word "moisture" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น umidade

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฎเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Feuchtigkeit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kelembapan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะพะปะพะณั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wilgoฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆนฟๆฐ— (ใ—ใฃใ‘)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท humiditรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ humedad

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nem

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šต๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุทูˆุจุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vlhkost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vlhkosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆนฟๆฐ” (shฤซqรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vlaga

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ raki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‹ะปา“ะฐะปะดั‹ะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ”แƒœแƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nษ™mlik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ humedad

Etymology

The word 'moisture' originated from the Middle English word 'moisture' or 'moistour', which came from the Old French 'moisture' and the Latin 'mลซstลซra'. It has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the presence of water or other liquid in various contexts.

See also: moist, moisten, moistness, moisturize.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,178, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.