What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
moist
Example
The soil in the garden is moist after the rain. [moist: adjective]
Example
The cake was perfectly moist and delicious. [moist: adjective]
Example
The air in the bathroom is always moist after a shower. [moist: adjective]
humid
Example
It's so humid outside today, I can barely breathe. [humid: adjective]
Example
The Amazon rainforest has a hot and humid climate. [humid: adjective]
Example
The basement is always so humid, we need a dehumidifier. [humid: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Moist is a more commonly used word than humid in everyday language. Moist is versatile and can be used to describe various textures and atmospheres, while humid is more specific to describing the weather or climate.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between moist and humid?
Both moist and humid are neutral words that can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
