What does HUMID mean?

Humid

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Having a high level of moisture or dampness in the air.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈhjuː.mɪd/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈhjuː.mɪd/

Origin and Usage: The word "humid" comes from the Latin word "humidus," meaning "moist." It was first used in the English language in the 16th century. The word is commonly used to describe the weather, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions where humidity levels can be high.

Synonyms: Moist, damp, wet, sticky, sultry, muggy, clammy, dewy.

Related Words: Humer, humph, humor.

Example Sentences:

• It was so humid outside that her clothes were sticking to her skin.
• The humid weather made it difficult to breathe.
• The humidity in the room was making her hair frizzy.
• The humid climate in the rainforest made it a perfect habitat for many species of plants and animals.
• He turned on the air conditioning to combat the humid conditions in the house.