Definition

To make something excessively wet or to increase its moisture beyond what is necessary.

Example

The heavy rain caused the ground to overwet, making it difficult to walk.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you notice how I overwet the plants again?

Yeah, I thought they looked a bit too soggy this time.

I really need to pay more attention to how much water I use.

It's easy to do, but they’ll bounce back soon!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overwet → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "wet" (from Old English "wæt", meaning moist or damp). The word "overwet" means excessively wet or overly moist.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'excessively' ('over-') 'moist' ('wet') — that's why overwet means too wet.

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