Definition

The state or quality of being covered with water or another liquid.

Example

The wetness of the ground made it difficult to walk without slipping.

Conversation

Did you notice the wetness in the air today?

Yeah, it felt really humid outside this morning.

I think the wetness from last night's rain made it worse.

Absolutely! I hope it doesn't rain again later.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wetness → It is formed from "wet" (from Old English *wæt*, meaning moist or damp) and "-ness" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or condition). The word "wetness" refers to the state or condition of being wet or moist.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for moist ('wæt') to remember that 'wetness' describes the condition of being moist.

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