DAMPNESS Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

dampness

noun

Definition of dampness

as in moisture

the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets the dampness in the air made a mess of my new hairstyle

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Recent Examples of dampness Cloudy skies will be the rule, along with a general dampness to the air and ground. — Bill Kelly, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026 Unlike the race itself – which must stop at the first whiff of dampness and did for about 12 minutes today – fun will happen, rain or shine. — Cindi Andrews, IndyStar, 25 May 2026 Be sure to feel the soil dampness consistently, and definitely before watering. — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 19 May 2026 Dry surfaces, working ventilation, low humidity and the lack of competing odors from food, trash, dampness or pets all matter more than any candle. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026 That extra dampness makes a difference — waiting until skin is completely dry means missing out on that moisture-sealing benefit. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026 Trapped humidity is the single biggest driver of a stale smell, says Salverson, because dampness allows odor-causing bacteria and mildew to take hold. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 17 June 2026 How To Get Rid Of Smells A damp smell coming from your wicker furniture is usually due to mold, mildew, or general dampness. — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 19 June 2026 The following month, the Veterans Administration filed a report stating that the Nautilus Veterans Hospital was in a severe state of deterioration, mostly because of the dampness from the sea air, which caused the concrete’s steel rods to rust and give way. — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026

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Noun

These Juclise socks are made with bamboo to cool down your body heat and provide moisture-wicking features to absorb sweat while keeping the socks (and your feet) dry.

— Olivia Dubyak, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026
Slow-moving storms carrying ample moisture will raise the risk of localized flash flooding, especially across the mid-Atlantic.

— Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 5 July 2026

Definition of moisture

Noun

Of course, when training in heat and humidity, staying hydrated is critical as well as attempts to stay as cool as possible when training during hot temperatures.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
Areas with heavy rain, snow, or high humidity are more prone to wood rot, mildew, and moisture absorption, often requiring restaining every one to two years.

— Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026

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