Pronunciation

/ˈmɔɪsʧər/

Definitions

• Noun: The presence of water in the air or in a substance, usually in minute quantities, often referring to the dampness or wetness of something. For example: “The high moisture content in the air made it feel humid.”
  • “Moisture on her brow indicated that she had been exercising.”
• Verb (Infinitive Form: moisten): To make something slightly wet or damp, or to become slightly wet or damp. For example: “The rising temperature caused the ground to moisture with dew.”
  • “She moistened her lips before speaking.”

Phrases

• “Moisture retention” refers to the ability of a material to hold or absorb moisture.
• “Moisture-wicking” describes fabrics that draw sweat away from the skin to keep the wearer dry.
• “Moisture content” is the amount of water present in a given substance, often used in contexts like food, soil, or wood.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Too much moisture in the basement can lead to mold growth.”
• Verb: “She took a sip of water to moisten her parched throat.”

Synonyms

• Humidity
• Dampness
• Wetness
• Moisture level
• Hydration
• Condensation

Antonyms

• Dryness
• Aridity
• Dehydration

Note: The verb form “moisten” does not have many direct synonyms as it’s a specific action; however, related verbs could include ‘dampen’, ‘hydrate’, or ‘wet’.