verb
moisten
Moisten (verb) means to make something slightly wet.
verb
1
To make something slightly wet.
"She put on some lip balm to moisten her lips."
2
To become slightly wet.
"His eyes began to moisten as he held back tears."
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Etymology
Formed from moist and -en.
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What is the meaning of moisten?
"moisten" (verb) means to make something slightly wet.
What is another word for moisten?
Other words for "moisten" include dampen, wash, drizzle.
What is the opposite of moisten?
Opposites of "moisten" include dry, dehydrate.
What are the different meanings of moisten?
"moisten" has 2 main meanings: 1. To make something slightly wet; 2. To become slightly wet.
