moisture

noun

mois·​ture ˈmȯis-chər 

ˈmȯish-

: liquid diffused or condensed in relatively small quantity

Synonyms of moisture

• humidity

Examples of moisture in a Sentence

These flowers grow best with moisture and shade.

Wool socks will pull moisture away from your skin.

The leaves absorb moisture from the air.

Recent Examples on the Web

Wet clothing doesn’t cause UTIs, but staying in wet clothing, which breeds more moisture and bacteria, does. — Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 30 June 2026

The key ingredient, HPMC-5, is part of a proprietary technology that creates a breathable moisture barrier around the skin. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 30 June 2026

This helps improve thermal regulation and moisture management. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 30 June 2026

The increase in tropical moisture will also bring a minor risk of localized flooding, especially across parts of Miami-Dade and Broward counties, where isolated heavy downpours could develop. — Shane Hinton, CBS News, 30 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from moiste

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

moisture

noun

mois·​ture ˈmȯish-chər 

ˈmȯis-

: a small amount of liquid that causes moistness : dampness