HUMIDIFY Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

humidify

verb

Definition of humidify

as in to moisten

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Recent Examples of humidify Panting allows a dog to quickly take in a breath of air, humidify it and breathe it out. — Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 9 Dec. 2024 This one can run for 32 hours on a full tank and will humidify a room of up to 300 square feet. — Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024 Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system. — Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024 Once the oxygen-air mixture is ready, it is humidified and slightly heated to maximize patient comfort. — IEEE Spectrum, 24 June 2020 See All Example Sentences for humidify

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Mix with a spatula until the dry ingredients are just moistened; do not overmix.

— Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026
Rainfall may provide all of the water your lawn needs; however, a quick, heavy downpour might not moisten the soil sufficiently.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of moisten

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Below, find the best lipsticks for older women that hydrate, smooth, and plump—plus pro tips for applying them and choosing your shade.

— Jenny Berg, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2026
The second helps minimize fine lines and wrinkles, a new attribute to the serum whose primary function has been to brighten and hydrate the skin.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of hydrate

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Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief is designed to soothe and moisturize the eyes, helping relieve irritation, burning and mild dryness, according to the product’s website.

— Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026
Pro makeup artist Andi Ellerby recommends looking for shea butter and vitamin E to moisturize, plus fruit seed oils and argan oil to lock everything in.

— Jenny Berg, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of moisturize

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The best formulas can be worked into damp hair before a blowout, misted onto dry hair to extend your style, or used to add texture and bounce as your hair air-dries.

— Iman Balagam, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026
Their firm, greyish leaves need misting every two to three days.

— Clarence Schmidt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of mist

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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
Arrange some small, flat stones around the puddle to give the butterflies a place to land, and then add enough water to moisten or wet the sand.

— Joan Morris, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of wet

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The chassis features a unique rear hinge that splits slightly upon impact, helping to damp street vibrations and preventing the scooter from bottoming out on minor debris.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Aug. 2026
When cleaning wood or stone, use it barely damp and well wrung, with a pH-neutral cleaner.

— Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of damp

Verb

That may mean holding off on filling up a kid's swimming pool or watering your lawn during the day.

— John Lauritsen, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
Small adjustments to regular garden practices—such as reducing soil disturbance, maintaining mulch, and watering slowly and deeply—can ultimately make all the difference.

— Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of water

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Boston hardcore band Haywire celebrated their signing to Roadrunner Records last weekend not just by opening up the pit at Sound and Fury fest, but by showering it with $5,000 in cash.

— Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2026
Jennette has accused Debra of monitoring her excessively, performing inappropriate physical exams and continuing to shower her well into her teenage years.

— Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2026

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