BEDEW Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

bedew

verb

bi-ˈdü

Definition of bedew

as in to moisten

to make or become slightly or moderately wet her forehead gently bedewed with perspiration

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Squares of cardboard were pinned under burger patties to reinforce plumpness; motor oil was poured over pancakes so as not to overly moisten them.

— Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 2 Sep. 2026
As with tarping, mow ragweed plants down first, moisten the soil with your hose, anchor the plastic sheeting over the soil with rocks or landscape staples, and leave the sheeting in place for 4 to 6 weeks during hot weather.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of moisten

Verb

By early afternoon, the scene shifts across the shaded wooden deck, as guests slip in from the jetty barefoot and still damp from the sea, for long, languid lunches that roll into dusk.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
For extra hold, apply a little volumizing mousse or a lightweight styling product to damp hair.

— Lucy Binder, Glamour, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of damp

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Havenith said deliberately wetting clothing can provide evaporative cooling, including for older adults who may not sweat as effectively.

— Aya Diab, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
For best results, water deeply at the base of the plant, allowing moisture to soak into the root zone rather than wetting the foliage, says Kelly Funk, president and CEO of Jackson & Perkins.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of wet

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But behind the crisp white tablecloths, strict dress code and expensive steak dinners was a kitchen full of immigrant workers washing dishes, preparing food and keeping the restaurant running.

— Faith Karimi, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
Now, to the handwashing shortcomings, such as a cashier handling customer’s payment, then preparing drinks and serving plates of food to customers without washing hands (cash and payment cards tend to be germ motherships).

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of wash

Verb

The bestselling cream-like balm melts into a clear, oil-like cleanser when warmed between dry palms, dissolving makeup, sunscreen, and grime before emulsifying with water and rinsing clean.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
Torres likes to clean zellige tiles in 2-foot sections at a time, rinsing the microfiber cloth in clean water before moving on to the next section.

— Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of rinse

Verb

This looks quite snug – some compromises have to be made somewhere – and includes a vanity sink, a flushing toilet, and a walk-in shower.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Sep. 2026
But don’t flush the toilet—let your cleaning solution do the hard work for you.

— Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of flush

Verb

France is hoping a new tax on ultra-fast fashion will dampen demand for cheap clothes.

— Helen Massy-Beresford, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
That means options generally are the most expensive since late June, and traders may be leaning into strategies that collect premium by betting the swings in the fund will dampen.

— Oliver Renick, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026

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