dampen
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Learner's definition of DAMPEN
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to make (something) somewhat or slightly wet
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to make (something) damp
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Dampen the spot with a wet cloth.
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The shower barely dampened the ground.
2
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to make (something) less strong or active
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We wouldn't let the bad weather dampen our excitement/enthusiasm/spirits.
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The experience dampened her interest [=made her less interested] in becoming a doctor.
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