Meaning & Definition of Damp in English
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Damp
Slightly wet or moist.
Pronunciation:
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adjectiveDetailed Definitions
Definition: Slightly wet; moist.
Example Sentence: The ground was damp from the morning dew.
Definition: To diminish or decrease the intensity of something.
Example Sentence: The news dampened their spirits.
Definition: A term used to describe something that lacks enthusiasm.
Example Sentence: His damp response showed he was not interested.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English damp, from Old French damper, of uncertain origin.
Synonyms
moistwethumidmuggydampened
Common Phrases and Expressions
- damp squib: Something that fails to meet expectations.
- dampened enthusiasm: Decreased excitement or interest.
Translations
- Spanish: húmedo
- French: humide
- German: nass
- Russian: влажный
Related Words
- moist: Slightly wet or damp.
- humid: Marked by a relatively high level of water vapor in the atmosphere.
- soggy: Heavily soaked or saturated with liquid.
Slang Meanings of damp
Meaning: Feeling down or uninspired.
Example Sentence: I'm feeling a bit damp today, just not in the mood.
Meaning: A situation that is disappointing or lacks excitement.
Example Sentence: That party was so damp, we left early.