
Humidity
Measurable Quantity
Humidity can be measured using percentages called 'relative humidity'.

The weather report stated that the relative humidity would be around 75% tomorrow.
Sensation of Heaviness
High humidity makes air feel heavy and can make breathing feel more difficult.

The humidity was so high during the hike, it felt like I was breathing water.
Affects Perception
Describing humidity often conveys how comfortable or uncomfortable a place feels.

I didn't enjoy the picnic because the high humidity made me feel sticky the whole time.
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DampMoistureSultriness
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