sodden
sodden
Adjective
This term describes a state of total saturation where a material can no longer absorb liquid, often implying a sense of heaviness, dampness, and unpleasantness. It is more intense than soaked or wet, suggesting a structural change in the object, such as bread becoming mushy or clothes becoming weighted down by rain.
When applied to a person's mood or voice, the word evokes a feeling of emotional exhaustion or lethargy. It suggests a spirit that has been dampened or crushed, mirroring the physical sensation of something heavy and lifeless.