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Confusing Words in English

Wet vs. Whet


Wet
Definition
Wet is an adjective that describes something that is covered with liquid or has absorbed liquid.
Whet
Definition
Whet is a verb that means to sharpen or to stimulate interest or desire.
Example
  • After the rain, the ground was wet and muddy.
  • He stepped into the wet grass and got his shoes soaked.
  • The paint was still wet when I touched it.
Example
  • The chef prepared a small appetizer to whet our appetite before the main course.
  • The thrilling trailer whet my curiosity about the upcoming movie.
  • Reading the first chapter of the book helped to whet my interest in the story.