MOISTEN Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

moisten

verb

ˈmȯi-sᵊn

Definition of moisten

as in to wet

to make or become slightly or moderately wet moisten the cloth before cleaning with it

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Recent Examples of moisten Some soils resist water penetration; try a wetting agent to help moisten the soil. — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 May 2026 Made with ingredients that plump and moisten dry, aging skin—including mango seed butter, shea butter, and vitamin E—the blush is shaped like a jumbo swiveling crayon. — Jenny Berg, Glamour, 29 May 2026 For set-in stains, moisten the area with cold water prior to applying the enzymatic cleaner. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 21 May 2026 Placing a dish of water nearby provides humidity, as does using a spray mister to moisten the surface of the soil. — Peg Aloi, The Spruce, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for moisten

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Before applying the resurfacer, blow or sweep off any leaves or debris, then wet the surface to prevent the concrete from drying too quickly.

— Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026
Taking regular cool showers and baths, wetting clothes or towels with cold water and putting your pillowcases in the fridge or freezer can all help further cool your body down, and hopefully, get a good night’s sleep.

— Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 2 July 2026

Definition of wet

Verb

Some physicians recommend washing your mouth out after use by gargling and rinsing your mouth with water.

— Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Swirl the berries for about a minute, then rinse them for 30 seconds under cold water to remove the vinegar, and dry as directed above.

— Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026

Definition of rinse

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Saharan dust moving into South Florida could dampen chances of rain, cause hazier skies and contribute to even higher temperatures, according to the National Weather Service Miami.

— Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Even the hour delay to kick-off, meaning waking up this morning would be even harder, didn’t dampen the spirits.

— Ben Church, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

Definition of dampen

Verb

Being patient gives the enzymes time to break the bond between the stain and the fibers, so the stain can be flushed away during the laundry cycle.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
If the signal is red, the swimming spots are out of bounds for a day or two while the river flushes itself out.

— Camille Knight, CNN Money, 4 July 2026

Definition of flush

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