Moist

[WestHamRon]

I often see the instruction to keep compost "moist" when growing seeds. What does everyone consider to be "moist"?
I have the following table in my head and would like the comments of others.

Sodden
Wet
Moist
Damp
Dry
Parched

I am particularly intrigued as to whether "moist" and "damp" should be reversed.
I do have too much time on my hands at the moment.

[oldherbaceous]

I would class them as the same, WestHamRon.

[Nature's Babe]

It helps to add a clear plastic cover to keep the moisture in, uncovered it can evaporate quite quickly.

[Johnboy]

Hi WHR,
I take moist, in seeds sown in modules, pots, trays and plants potted up,
to be that you can feel moisture to touch on the surface without being actually wet.
JB.

[glallotments]

Yes I use the touch test too! Same with house plants except I usually push my fingers in the compost a little and if it feels dry I water.