moisten
/ˈmɔɪsən/
moist · en
ˈmɔɪs · ən
English Definition
v. to make something slightly wet
Significado en Español
humedecer
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “moisten”:
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A
dampen
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B
dry
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C
parch
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D
desiccate
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A — dampen.
“moisten” means v. to make something slightly wet
Common questions about “moisten”
What does “moisten” mean?
moisten — v. to make something slightly wet. In Chinese: 弄湿.
How do you pronounce “moisten”?
moisten is pronounced /ˈmɔɪsən/. It breaks into 2 syllables: moist · en.
Is “moisten” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. moisten appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
