damps
/dæmps/
NOUN
1. Moisture or humidity
Moisture or a slightly wet condition, especially in places or materials affected by humidity.
1.1. Moisture in places and materials
Refers to moisture or damp conditions found in cellars, basements, walls, or other enclosed and underground spaces.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- dryness
- aridity
Examples
- The old cellar was prone to unpleasant damps during the rainy season.
- He carefully stored the antique books away from the basement's damps.
- The wooden furniture in the attic showed signs of deterioration due to the constant damps.
Related Words
- damp
- dampness
- moist
- moisture
- humid
- humidity
- clamminess
- condensation
VERB
2. To make something moist
To make something moderately wet or moist by adding or introducing water or another liquid.
2.1. Adding moisture to something
Describes wetting or moistening a surface, material, or object without necessarily soaking it completely.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- dries
- dehydrates
- desiccates
Examples
- The gardener damps the soil before planting the seeds.
- A light spray of water damps the cloth before ironing.
Related Words
2.2. Reducing intensity or suppressing activity
Describes weakening, restraining, or diminishing something such as enthusiasm, emotion, sound, fire, or vibration.
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Antonyms
Examples
- The unexpected expense damps their enthusiasm for the project.
- The device damps unwanted vibrations in the machine.