humidify

/hjuːmɪdaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make something humid; to add moisture to the air or atmosphere

“The air conditioner’s humidify function helped to ease the dry air in the desert climate.”

2. verb

to become or make something humid or more humid

“The plants will humdify the air as they grow, which helps to purify the atmosphere.”

3. noun

the act of making something humid

“The humidify process took several hours to complete, and it required a lot of water.”

4. verb

to cause something to become or be more humid

“The humidify system was designed to regulate the humidity levels in the large storage room.”

Synonyms

  • humidity
  • moisturize

Antonyms

  • dehumidify
  • dry