Synonyms for

Moist

Verb / mɔɪst / Another word for moist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

slightly wet or damp

Synonyms & similar words

damp dampish damp wet humid moistened soaked soggy dewy muggy clammy sticky tacky wetted juicy lush moistful moistened slippery wettish saturated drenched

Synonyms by register

Formal

damp humid sodden waterlogged

Informal

dampy a bit wet clammy

Literary

dewy sappy nectareous

Antonyms

dry arid parched desiccated withered dehydrated

Common collocations

  • slightly moist
  • pleasantly moist
  • moist cake
  • moist soil
  • moist towel
  • moist eyes
  • moist air

Word family

adjective moist
adverb moistly

Usage note

Often avoided in descriptions of food due to a perceived unpleasant connotation, though it is the standard term for slightly wet.

Example sentences

  1. After showering, the bathroom floor was moist.
  2. The morning dew made the grass moist.
  3. The sponge was moist and ready to clean.
  4. The soil was moist from the rain.
  5. The bread was moist and soft.

Quotes

  • 'Moist' is the only thing that can make everyone in the room uncomfortable. It's the equivalent of the word panties.' - Mindy Kaling
  • 'Moist' is a great word. I don't know why people don't like it.' - Amy Poehler
  • 'Moist' is a perfectly fine word. It means slightly wet.' - Neil Gaiman

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