HYDRATE Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

hydrate

verb

Definition of hydrate

as in to moisturize

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Recent Examples of hydrate Formulated with antioxidant vitamin E to help defend against surface free radicals, this product locks in moisture to hydrate the skin without leaving a greasy residue and dries completely matte upon application. — Alison Abbey Hudak, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 Hyaluronic acid and ceramides hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier. — Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026 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 It’s packed with skin-loving ingredients including retinol and collagen peptides, and formulated to hydrate, brighten, and target wrinkles, making your nighttime skincare routine as simple as one step. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hydrate

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Unlike ceramides, which reinforce the moisture barrier, or hyaluronic acid, which mainly hydrates at the surface, urea can moisturize and, at higher strengths, exfoliate dead skin cells.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 4 Sep. 2026
Its blend of shea butter, shea oil, glycerin, and a mix of oils and butters is enough to moisturize even very dry skin.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of moisturize

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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

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Heating the indoor air in winter means the air will retain more moisture (it won't be dispersed to help humidify plants or your sinuses), but lowering the thermostat to a temperate 68 degrees F can help increase relative humidity in your home, and this can help your houseplants stay vibrant.

— Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 5 Jan. 2026
Great for small bedrooms or offices, the Crane cool mist humidifier can humidify spaces up to 500 square feet for up to 24-hours.

— Christopher Murray may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2025

Definition of humidify

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With roasting summer heat reaching 95 degrees, event organizers set up misting fans and cooling buses to serve as a haven for festivalgoers.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
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

Definition of mist

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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

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