damp
The word “damp” has 1 syllable: damp.
It's pronounced as /dæmp/.
What is synonym and antonym for damp?
In the thesaurus, “damp” has 34 synonyms and 31 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for damp along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for damp
- blunt
- cloudy
- dampen
- dank
- deaden
- dehydrate
- desiccate
- devitalize
- drain
- drizzly
- dull
- exhaust
- humid
- humidity
- misty
- moist
- moisten
- moisture
- muggy
- petrify
- reduce
- rinse
- saturated
- soaked
- sodden
- soggy
- steamy
- sticky
- undermine
- wash
- waterlogged
- weaken
- wear
- wet
Antonyms for damp
- amplify
- arid
- aridity
- arouse
- augment
- boost
- brace
- burnt
- charge
- consolidate
- deepen
- dehydration
- dry
- dryness
- dusty
- energize
- enhance
- enliven
- heighten
- intensify
- invigorate
- quicken
- rouse
- sharpen
- step up
- stimulate
- stir
- strengthen
- vitalize
- vivify
- waterless
Meanings of damp
- noun
- Moisture; humidity; dampness.
- Fog; fogginess; vapor.
- Dejection or depression; something that spoils a positive emotion (such as enjoyment, satisfaction, expectation or courage) or a desired activity.
- A gaseous product, formed in coal mines, old wells, pits, etc.
- verb
- To dampen; to make moderately wet.
- To put out, as fire; to weaken, restrain, or make dull.
- To suppress vibrations (mechanical) or oscillations (electrical) by converting energy to heat (or some other form of energy).
- adjective
- In a state between dry and wet; moderately wet; moist.
- Despondent; dispirited, downcast.
- Permitting the possession of alcoholic beverages, but not their sale.
Example Sentences
- The forest floor felt damp underfoot after the morning rain.
- Hanging laundry outside proved difficult on damp and overcast days.
- The air in the cave was cool and damp, creating an eerie atmosphere.
- As the sun set, the damp grass sparkled with dew.
- Her mood turned damp when the outdoor event was moved indoors due to rain.
On this page you'll find 65 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to damp, such as: amplify, arid, aridity, arouse, augment, blunt, boost.
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