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MOISTEN

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Moisten.

How to pronounce moisten:

US

Moisten - as a verb

Make moist

Example: "The dew moistened the meadows"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dampen11wash10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
wet6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Moisten with fine drops

Example: "Drizzle the meat with melted butter"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drizzle26

Example Sentences

"Please moisten the sponge before using it."
"She moistened her lips with a touch of lip balm."
"The gardener moistened the soil before planting the seeds."
"He moistened his paintbrush in the water before dabbing it on the canvas."
"I need to moisten the envelope before sealing it."
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Word Game Points

Is MOISTEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, moisten is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MOISTEN has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is MOISTEN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, moisten is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MOISTEN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is MOISTEN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, moisten is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MOISTEN has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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