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wicking Synonyms

Another word for wicking

Choosing another word for wicking depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• 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, moisture-wicking shirt to stay dry and comfortable during the summer marathon."

Strongest
moisture-wicking
Strong
absorbent
Weak
breathable

• noun (Context 2)

The process or action of drawing liquid or moisture through a porous material by capillary action.

Usage Example

"Synthetic fibers are engineered to promote rapid absorption so that sweat evaporates quickly."

Strong
absorption
capillarity

Opposites of wicking

The opposite of wicking shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

nonabsorbent
water-repellent
See all opposites of wicking

• Nearby Words

wicker
wickerwork
wicket
wicking
wide
wideband
widebody

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Wicking. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/wicking
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