Definition of humiditynext
as in moisture
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets the oppressive humidity made the hot day seem even hotter

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Recent Examples of humidity Its mmWave radar can detect presence from up to 8 m (around 26 ft) away, while separate sensors track temperature, humidity, CO2, volatile organic compounds, particulate matter, and air pressure. — New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026 Fire planners say daytime humidity is 30%, with no rainfall in the forecast. — Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026 It was found in Bolivia’s lush Yungas forest, a mountainous region where forests are often covered by clouds and surrounded by high humidity, according to researchers. — CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2026 Some Korean beauty creators also describe using it when their skin feels overheated or reactive after exposure to the country’s changing weather and humidity. — Sophie Dunne, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for humidity
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moisture
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  • For that all-important hydration, look for moisture magnets like glycerin and hyaluronic acid, along with emollients such as squalane, which help concealer glide over dry areas instead of clinging to them.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Apply a nourishing hand cream with ceramides, glycerin and hyaluronic acid after your cuticle oil — and after washing your hands, as soap and warm water can sap moisture from the skin.
    — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 18 Sep. 2026

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“Humidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidity. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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