moisture

[mois-cher]

noun

1. condensed or diffused liquid, especially water.

   moisture in the air.

2. a small quantity of liquid, especially water; enough liquid to moisten.

moisture

/ ˈmɔɪstʃə /

noun

1. water or other liquid diffused as vapour or condensed on or in objects

Other Word Forms

• moistureless adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of moisture¹

1325–75; Middle English; moist, -ure; compare Middle French moistour

Example Sentences

A surge of monsoonal moisture, not uncommon during summer months, moved into the state from the southwest desert region early Tuesday, bringing lightning across much of California.

From Los Angeles Times

A 2024 study, external suggested the two main drivers to this uncertainty are changes in wind speed and direction through the atmosphere, known as vertical wind shear, and atmospheric moisture.

From BBC

That evening, the air was heavy with moisture.

From Los Angeles Times

The bulk of the tropical moisture will stay south and east of Los Angeles County, though showers will be possible, according to the weather service’s Oxnard office.

From Los Angeles Times

Less of the Sun's energy has been used in evaporating moisture leaving more to heat the ground and the air.

From BBC

Related Words

• fog 
• humidity 
• mist 
• perspiration 
• precipitation 
• rain 
• sweat 
• water