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

After investigating 600 items of evidence related to the substation, the National Energy System Operator ruled out suspicious activity in a report saying a preventable moisture fault caused the fire, leaving almost 70,000 homes without power. — Henry Austin, NBC news, 8 Sep. 2026

And astonishingly even 90s are not out of the question for a majority of the Bay Area if enough tropical moisture is present. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 8 Sep. 2026

Weiss suggests adding 1/2 an inch of mulch around the plant for moisture retention, soil temperature control, and weed control. — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 8 Sep. 2026

Residents can expect another round of uncomfortable nights as moisture will keep overnight temperatures well above normal in the 70s with some 80s in the foothills. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 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