humid
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for humid, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Containing a lot of moisture in the air; damp and often warm.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use humid
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hot and humid
humid climate
humid air
Etymology
From Old French humide, from Latin humidus ("moist").
Full origin of humid →Frequently asked questions
What does “humid” mean?
The word “humid” means containing a lot of moisture in the air; damp and often warm. In plain terms, describes air that feels damp because it holds a lot of moisture.
How do you pronounce “humid”?
“Humid” is pronounced HYOO-mihd (/ˈhjuːmɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “humid” in a sentence?
Here is “humid” used in a sentence: “Summers in the city are hot and humid.”
What part of speech is “humid”?
“Humid” is an adjective.
Where does the word “humid” come from?
The word “humid” comes from Latin. From Old French humide, from Latin humidus ("moist").
Is “humid” a common word?
“Humid” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
