Describes air, climate, soil, or objects that contain noticeable moisture. Often used in technical or descriptive contexts.
This region has a humid climate throughout the year.
Moist soil is suitable for plant growth.
humid climate
moist wound healing; hydrocolloid dressing therapy
humid continental climate
Compound of 湿 (しつ, 'moisture') and 潤 (じゅん, 'moisten, enrich'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination naturally conveys a state of being moist or humid.