Synonyms for

Humidity

Verb / hju:ˈmɪdʌti: / Another word for humidity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air.

Synonyms & similar words

humidness moisture dampness wetness mugginess clamminess stickiness sogginess steaminess stiflingness swelter

Synonyms by register

Formal

moisture content atmospheric moisture vapor content

Informal

dampness muggy sticky

Literary

dewiness mistiness

Antonyms

dryness aridity desiccation dehydration barrenness

Common collocations

  • high humidity
  • low humidity
  • relative humidity
  • humidity level
  • humidity control
  • humidity sensor
  • humidity index

Word family

noun humidity
adjective humid

Usage note

Humidity refers to the amount of water vapor in the air. 'Humid' is the adjective form, describing air that has a high level of humidity.

Example sentences

  1. The humidity makes my hair frizzy.
  2. The humidity in the air makes it feel hotter.
  3. The humidity caused the windows to fog up.
  4. I don't like the humidity because it makes me feel sticky.
  5. The humidity in the bathroom after a shower is high.

Quotes

  • I like the cold weather. It means you get work done. Humidity is oppressive. - David Lynch
  • Humidity is rising - Barbra Streisand
  • Humidity is a killer, especially in the city. - Bella Hadid

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