B2nounnaturescience
US/hjuːˈmɪd.ə.ti/
UK/hjuːˈmɪd.ə.ti/
the amount of water in the air, which makes it feel damp and warm
In context
The humidity in Ho Chi Minh City is highest during the rainy season.
High humidity makes hot weather feel even more uncomfortable.
The museum controls the humidity to protect its old paintings.
Words that go with humidity
adjective + noun
- high humidityHigh humidity is common in tropical countries.
- low humidityLow humidity can dry out your skin.
- relative humidityRelative humidity reached 90 percent last night.
noun + noun
- humidity levelCheck the humidity level before storing wood.
verb + noun
- measure humidityThis device can measure humidity and temperature.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The humidity is very humid today.Correct: It is very humid today.