BEDEW Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

bedew

verb

bi-ˈdü

Definition of bedew

as in to moisten

to make or become slightly or moderately wet her forehead gently bedewed with perspiration

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As with tarping, mow ragweed plants down first, moisten the soil with your hose, anchor the plastic sheeting over the soil with rocks or landscape staples, and leave the sheeting in place for 4 to 6 weeks during hot weather.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
Mix with a spatula until the dry ingredients are just moistened; do not overmix.

— Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of moisten

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This helps the roots start growing but doesn’t make the bulbs damp enough to rot.

— Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 23 Aug. 2026
The chassis features a unique rear hinge that splits slightly upon impact, helping to damp street vibrations and preventing the scooter from bottoming out on minor debris.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of damp

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Havenith said deliberately wetting clothing can provide evaporative cooling, including for older adults who may not sweat as effectively.

— Aya Diab, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
For best results, water deeply at the base of the plant, allowing moisture to soak into the root zone rather than wetting the foliage, says Kelly Funk, president and CEO of Jackson & Perkins.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of wet

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People pointed to enormous rocks that had been washed downriver during the earlier floods, as others standing on a suspension bridge over the water were warned off with whistles.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
Some pointed to enormous rocks washed downriver during the earlier floods, while others standing on a suspension bridge were warned off with whistles.

— Victoria Milko, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of wash

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Pack a tube of petroleum jelly (Vaseline) in your first aid kit instead of antibiotic ointment and remember to flush all scrapes and cuts with copious amounts of clean water before covering them with the jelly.

— Dr. Jill Grimes, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
Willis scrambled for a touchdown on fourth-and-3 after being flushed out the pocket by Zeek Biggers….

— Omar Kelly August 26, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of flush

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France is hoping a new tax on ultra-fast fashion will dampen demand for cheap clothes.

— Helen Massy-Beresford, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
That means options generally are the most expensive since late June, and traders may be leaning into strategies that collect premium by betting the swings in the fund will dampen.

— Oliver Renick, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026

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