dampness

as in moisture
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets the dampness in the air made a mess of my new hairstyle

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Recent Examples of dampness The dampness of their skin draws a burring frenzy of sandflies and they are driven from the reservoir’s edge, Tamsin swatting her sunhat in wide arcs to fend them off. Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
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Noun
  • Designed to be breathable, gentle on the skin, and moisture wicking, the quilt offers even the warmest of sleepers relief all night long.
    Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2025
  • The Mediheal Collagen Essential Beauty Mask, which has a mild fragrance and boosts skin with moisture while helping to tighten its appearance.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Taylor Farms employs cutting-edge sensor technology and real-time data monitoring to guarantee ideal temperature, humidity, and sanitation throughout each processing phase.
    William Jones, Freep.com, 27 Oct. 2025
  • These vigorous plants tolerate the heat and humidity of Southern summers in style.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025

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“Dampness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dampness. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.

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