damp (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /dæmp/

Definition

Slightly wet, especially in a way that is unpleasant or uncomfortable.

Examples

• The basement was always damp and musty.

• My socks were damp after walking through the wet grass.

• He wrung out his damp clothes.

How to Use damp

damp with (prepositional phrase)

Slightly wet with a particular substance. — "His shirt was damp with sweat."

damp down (phrasal verb)

To reduce the level of activity or intensity of something. — "The government tried to dampen down public anger."

Synonyms of damp

Words with a similar meaning to damp:

• moist
• wet
• soggy
• humid

Antonyms of damp

Words with the opposite meaning to damp:

• dry
• arid

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