moisture

Plural: moistures

Noun

Diffused or condensed liquid, causing a slight dampness.
wetness caused by water
That which moistens or makes damp or wet; exuding fluid; liquid in small quantity.
The state of being moist.
Skin moisture noted as dry, moist, clammy, or diaphoretic as part of the skin signs assessment.

Examples

drops / beads of moisture
He blamed the high moisture in the air for his slippery tiles and bad plays.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English moisture, from Old French moistour (“moisture, dampness, wetness”). Compare French moiteur.

Synonyms

wet, dampness, humidity, moistness, weakiness, wetness

Scrabble Score: 10

moisture: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
moisture: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
moisture: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 12

moisture: valid Words With Friends Word