adjective B1 Intermediate Uncommon

humid

HYOO-mihd

Humid (adjective) means containing a lot of moisture in the air; damp and often warm. Example: “Summers in the city are hot and humid.”

adjective

Containing a lot of moisture in the air; damp and often warm.

"Summers in the city are hot and humid."

"The greenhouse stayed humid to help the plants grow."

How to use humid

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes air that feels damp because it holds a lot of moisture.

Common pairings

hot and humid humid climate humid air

Word forms

humider comparative, more humid comparative, humidest superlative, most humid superlative

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Etymology

From Old French humide, from Latin humidus ("moist").

Origin: Latin

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.