Definition

Having a small amount of moisture; not completely dry but not very wet either.

Example

The cake was semimoist, making it delicious and easy to eat.

Conversation

Have you tried that new bakery down the street?

Not yet, but I heard their cookies are semimoist and delicious!

I really want to check them out this weekend.

Definitely! I can't wait to taste those semimoist cookies.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Semimoist → It is formed from "semi-" (meaning half) and "moist" (from Old French *moiste*, meaning slightly wet). The word "semimoist" describes something that is half wet or moderately damp.

Memory Tip

Think of 'half' ('semi-') and 'slightly wet' ('moist') to remember that 'semimoist' means something that is half wet.

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