dampen

[ˈdæmpən]

dampen Definition

• 1. to make something slightly wet
• 2. to make something less strong or intense

Using dampen: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dampen" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The rain dampened our clothes.

• Example

  The bad news dampened his spirits.

• Example

  The negative reviews dampened the excitement for the movie.

• Example

  The government's policies are dampening economic growth.

dampen Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dampen

• moisten
• wet
• drench
• soak
• lessen
• diminish
• reduce
• weaken

Antonyms for dampen

• dry
• strengthen
• intensify
• heighten

Phrases with dampen

• dampen someone's enthusiasm

  to make someone less excited or interested in something

  Example

  The long wait and poor service dampened our enthusiasm for the restaurant.

• dampen someone's spirits

  to make someone feel less happy or optimistic

  Example

  The rainy weather dampened our spirits during the outdoor event.

• dampen down

  to reduce the intensity of a fire by pouring water on it or restricting the air supply

  Example

  The firefighters worked to dampen down the flames before they spread further.

Origins of dampen

from Middle English 'dampnen', meaning 'to condemn'

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Summary: dampen in Brief

'Dampen' [ˈdæmpən] means to make something slightly wet or less strong/intense. It can refer to physical objects, emotions, or events. Examples include 'The rain dampened our clothes' and 'The negative reviews dampened the excitement for the movie.' Phrases like 'dampen someone's enthusiasm' and 'dampen someone's spirits' describe how it can affect people's feelings.