HYDRATE Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

hydrate

verb

Definition of hydrate

as in to moisturize

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Recent Examples of hydrate 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 Make sure to hydrate with water throughout the day, and avoid sugary beverages or drinks with caffeine which can affect your body's ability to cool off. — Jonathan Myers, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 Beyond its long-lasting fragrance, the rich moisturizer is formulated with cocoa butter and almond oil to deeply nourish and hydrate your complexion. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026 There is a major heat risk for outdoor activity, and those working outdoors in the afternoon should take extra precaution to hydrate and not overheat during normal activities. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for 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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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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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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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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Marshall showered Smith with luxury gifts and offered generous financial support, even providing a house for her and Daniel.

— Imani Sumbi, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 Aug. 2026
For larger plants, give them a thorough hose-down or shower, remove dead leaves and debris, and treat any visible pests before bringing them indoors.

— Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026

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