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Humid

🇬🇧 UK //ˈhjuː.mɪd// 🇺🇸 US //ˈhjuː.mɪd//

Meaning of Humid

Having a high level of moisture in the air.

In simple words: When the air has a lot of moisture and feels wet.

Humid in a sentence

• The weather today is very humid and makes me feel sticky.
• In the summer, the air becomes humid, making it hard to breathe.
• The humid climate of the tropics supports a vast array of wildlife.
• After the rain, the air was incredibly humid and heavy.
• Living in such a humid environment can cause mold to grow.

How to use Humid

Used to describe weather conditions. More common in informal conversation when discussing comfort levels; may be less appropriate in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a humid jungle, hot and sticky with moisture.

Related words

Collocations with Humid

• humid weather
• humid environment
• humid conditions

Synonyms for Humid

• moist
• damp
• sticky
• sweltering

Opposites of Humid

• dry
• arid
• desiccated

Common mistakes with Humid

• Confused with 'humid' vs 'hygroscopic' which relates to absorbency.
• Saying 'the air is humid' instead of 'it is humid'.
• Using 'humid' to describe dry conditions.

Frequently asked questions about Humid

What does Humid mean?

When the air has a lot of moisture and feels wet.

What is the definition of Humid?

Having a high level of moisture in the air.

How do you use Humid in a sentence?

The weather today is very humid and makes me feel sticky.

Can you give another example of Humid?

In the summer, the air becomes humid, making it hard to breathe.

What are synonyms for Humid?

Common alternatives include moist, damp, sticky, sweltering.

What is the opposite of Humid?

Opposite meanings include dry, arid, desiccated.

What words go with Humid?

It commonly pairs with humid weather, humid environment, humid conditions.

What are common mistakes when using Humid?

Confused with 'humid' vs 'hygroscopic' which relates to absorbency. Saying 'the air is humid' instead of 'it is humid'. Using 'humid' to describe dry conditions.

How do you pronounce Humid?

US: //ˈhjuː.mɪd//, UK: //ˈhjuː.mɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Humid?

Used to describe weather conditions. More common in informal conversation when discussing comfort levels; may be less appropriate in formal writing.

What CEFR level is Humid?

"Humid" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.