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moist

The word “moist” has 1 syllable: moist

It's pronounced as /mɔɪst/

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In the thesaurus, “moist” has 36 synonyms and 23 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for moist along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for moist

Antonyms for moist

Meanings of moist

  • verb
    1. To moisten.
  • adjective
    1. Slightly wet; characterised by the presence of moisture, not dry; damp.
    2. Of eyes: tearful, wet with tears.
    3. Of weather, climate etc.: rainy, damp.
    4. Pertaining to one of the four essential qualities formerly believed to be present in all things, characterised by wetness.
    5. Watery, liquid, fluid.
    6. Characterised by the presence of pus, mucus etc.
    7. Sexually lubricated (of the vagina); sexually aroused, turned on (of a woman).

Example Sentences

  • The cake was soft and moist right out of the oven.
  • After the rain, the soil in the garden remained moist.
  • She preferred to keep her hands moist with lotion during winter.
  • The towel was slightly moist after drying the dishes.
  • The forest air was cool and moist, perfect for the ferns to thrive.

On this page you'll find 59 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to moist, such as: arid, awash, baked, bathed, bone-dry, burned, burnt.

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