wettish

adjective

ˈwe-tish How to pronounce wettish (audio)
Definition of wettishnext
as in moist
slightly or moderately wet the ground is still rather wettish after last night's downpour

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  1. moist
  2. damp
Adjective
  • The green leaves shouldn’t feel dry, and the corn silks sticking out of the top should be moist.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Most customers find the cake to be moist and flavorful, with clear notes of pumpkin and gentle spices.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of moist
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  • For the microwave, place the ears on a plate and cover with a damp paper towel or plastic wrap.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Ashcroft keeps the pace steady and the atmosphere churning, while Deming conjures a more generic but perfectly effective air of menace in damp shades of brown and teal.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of damp
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“Wettish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wettish. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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