Synonyms of moisture

moisture

noun

ˈmȯis-chər 

as in humidity

the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets

dew is really just moisture from the air that condenses and collects when the temperature drops at night

Synonyms & Similar Words

• humidity
• dampness
• moistness
• damp
• wetness
• stuffiness
• stickiness
• mugginess
• sultriness
• sogginess
• clamminess
• dankness
• soddenness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dryness
• dehydration
• aridity
• dehumidification

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of moisture

Breathability and moisture management are increasingly important for workers who spend long hours in high temperatures. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026

That’s because hooks can cause towels to hunch or sit in a position that can trap moisture rather than air it out. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026

Hawaii has plenty of heat, moisture, and waterfront, yet few hurricanes make landfall (which occurs when a hurricane’s eyewall crosses a coastline). — John P. Rafferty, Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 Aug. 2026

Fabric types that have effective moisture-wicking properties include polyester, polypropylene and nylon. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026