Definition

Having a lot of moisture; damp or humid.

Example

The moistful air made the garden feel fresh and alive.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed how moistful the air feels today?

Yeah, it definitely feels more humid than usual.

I think it might rain later because of this moistful weather.

That would be nice; we could use some rain for the garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Moistful → It is formed from "moist" (from Old French *moiste*, meaning slightly wet) and "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "moistful" means full of moisture or dampness.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'full of' ('-ful') 'slight wetness' ('moist') — that's why moistful means full of moisture.

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