C1
clammy vs damp vs humid vs humidity
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| clammyadjective/ˈklæm.i/ | Meaning slightly wet, cold and sticky in an unpleasant way, especially about skin | Goes with clammy hands | Example Pale, clammy skin can be a sign of shock, so call a doctor. |
| dampadjective/dæmp/ | Meaning slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way | Goes with damp cloth | Example Clean the table with a damp cloth, not a wet one. |
| humidadjective/ˈhjuː.mɪd/ | Meaning warm and wet, so the air feels heavy and uncomfortable | Goes with humid weather | Example Hanoi gets very humid in spring, so clothes take days to dry. |
| humiditynoun/hjuːˈmɪd.ə.ti/ | Meaning the amount of water in the air, which makes it feel damp and warm | Goes with high humidity | Example High humidity makes hot weather feel even more uncomfortable. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
This device can measure and temperature.