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How is the word humid distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of humid are damp, dank, moist, and wet. While all these words mean "covered or more or less soaked with liquid," humid applies to the presence of much water vapor in the air.

a hot, humid climate

When is it sensible to use damp instead of humid?

While the synonyms damp and humid are close in meaning, damp implies a slight or moderate absorption and often connotes an unpleasant degree of moisture.

clothes will mildew if stored in a damp place

When would dank be a good substitute for humid?

In some situations, the words dank and humid are roughly equivalent. However, dank implies a more distinctly disagreeable or unwholesome dampness.

a prisoner in a cold, dank cell

In what contexts can moist take the place of humid?

The synonyms moist and humid are sometimes interchangeable, but moist applies to what is slightly damp or not felt as dry.

treat the injury with moist heat

Where would wet be a reasonable alternative to humid?

The meanings of wet and humid largely overlap; however, wet usually implies saturation but may suggest a covering of a surface with water or something (such as paint) not yet dry.

slipped on the wet pavement

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of humid Hot and humid weather is expected to persist in the Kansas City area on Thursday, and although there is a chance for showers and thunderstorms, not everyone will experience rain, according to the National Weather Service. Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 12 June 2025 Cornstarch is especially crucial for baked meringues in hot and humid areas, and the American South is most definitely that, to say the least. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 June 2025 Best Campground Balsam Mountain Campground Campsites in the Smokies tend to be verdant, peaceful, and, in summer, wicked hot and humid. Elisabeth Kwak-Hefferan, Outside Online, 6 June 2025 The outdoor market is held year-round, but Florida weather from March through October is hot and humid. Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 3 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for humid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humid
Adjective
  • The seat cushions are removable for cleaning, and the entire set can be wiped down with a damp cloth.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 17 June 2025
  • Aspergillus, a fungal mold that thrives in warm, damp climates, is already found worldwide -- including in the U.S. -- and can impact humans, animals, livestock and plants.
    Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 14 June 2025
Adjective
  • Our formulas are oxybenzone-free, water- and sweat-resistant, and designed lightweight unlike typical sport sunscreens that leave you feeling sticky or break down in the heat of competition.
    Dave Knox, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
  • But what really wowed us was how easily the sticky stuff washed away from the pan.
    Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 June 2025
Adjective
  • Listen to this article Beginning Saturday, Chicagoans can expect intense heat compounded by muggy humidity for the next several days.
    William Tong, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2025
  • But yesterday, Kaia Gerber braved the muggy, post-monsoon conditions in an outfit that could withstand New York’s flooding subways and also work for dinner at The Odeon.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 20 June 2025

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“Humid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humid. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.

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