HUMIDIFY Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

humidify

verb

Definition of humidify

as in to moisten

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Recent Examples of humidify Panting allows a dog to quickly take in a breath of air, humidify it and breathe it out. — Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 9 Dec. 2024 This one can run for 32 hours on a full tank and will humidify a room of up to 300 square feet. — Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024 Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system. — Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024 Once the oxygen-air mixture is ready, it is humidified and slightly heated to maximize patient comfort. — IEEE Spectrum, 24 June 2020 See All Example Sentences for humidify

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Mix with a spatula until the dry ingredients are just moistened; do not overmix.

— Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026
Rainfall may provide all of the water your lawn needs; however, a quick, heavy downpour might not moisten the soil sufficiently.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of moisten

Verb

Hyaluronic acid and ceramides hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier.

— Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
Sunflower and jojoba seed oils do much of the makeup-melting work while replenishing skin with emollient moisture, and a supporting cast of ceramides, panthenol, hyaluronic acid, cica, and fig helps hydrate, soothe, and support the moisture barrier.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of hydrate

Verb

Its blend of shea butter, shea oil, glycerin, and a mix of oils and butters is enough to moisturize even very dry skin.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
Rōz’s Evergreen Style Cream pairs glycerin, sunflower oil, and shea butter to moisturize and soften with carnauba wax and styling polymers for flexible definition that still lets hair move.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of moisturize

Verb

With roasting summer heat reaching 95 degrees, event organizers set up misting fans and cooling buses to serve as a haven for festivalgoers.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
The best formulas can be worked into damp hair before a blowout, misted onto dry hair to extend your style, or used to add texture and bounce as your hair air-dries.

— Iman Balagam, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of mist

Verb

Havenith said deliberately wetting clothing can provide evaporative cooling, including for older adults who may not sweat as effectively.

— Aya Diab, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
For best results, water deeply at the base of the plant, allowing moisture to soak into the root zone rather than wetting the foliage, says Kelly Funk, president and CEO of Jackson & Perkins.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of wet

Verb

This helps the roots start growing but doesn’t make the bulbs damp enough to rot.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 23 Aug. 2026
The chassis features a unique rear hinge that splits slightly upon impact, helping to damp street vibrations and preventing the scooter from bottoming out on minor debris.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of damp

Verb

Water Thoroughly This is the one time that light watering rather than watering a lawn deeply is recommended.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 29 Aug. 2026
Earlier this summer, the movement of ships from China’s Maritime Safety Agency (MSA) – a law enforcement rather than military organization – to Pacific waters east of Taiwan was noted by analysts and Chinese state media.

— Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of water

Verb

Marshall showered Smith with luxury gifts and offered generous financial support, even providing a house for her and Daniel.

— Imani Sumbi, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 Aug. 2026
For larger plants, give them a thorough hose-down or shower, remove dead leaves and debris, and treat any visible pests before bringing them indoors.

— Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026

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