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wicking Antonyms
Opposite of wicking
Pinning down the opposite of wicking requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Capable of drawing moisture away from the skin or another surface through capillary action (used especially of athletic or outdoor fabrics).
Usage Example
"She wore a lightweight, nonabsorbent shirt to stay dry and comfortable during the summer marathon."
Strong
nonabsorbent
water-repellent
Similar words to wicking
Words similar to wicking shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
moisture-wicking
absorbent
absorption
capillarity
breathable
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Wicking. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/wicking