DAMPENED Synonyms: 168 Similar and Opposite Words

dampened 1 of 2

adjective

as in deadened

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dampened

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verb

past tense of dampen

as in damped

to make or become slightly or moderately wet dampen a paper towel with water and use it to clean up the mess

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as in reduced

to reduce or weaken in strength or feeling the oppressive heat dampened our spirits

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as in undermined

to deprive of emotional or intellectual vitality nothing could dampen their enthusiasm

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Adjective

And any dampened demand for popular tech risks further limiting innovation while seemingly working in lockstep with tariffs to slow AI adoption in the US, the letter warned. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2026 The semiconductor firm raised its revenue outlook in second quarter results posted Thursday, but dampened investor enthusiasm around the impact on results of its recent AI chip deal with Google. — Lee Ying Shan,alex Harring, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026 This was a monumental miss by pollsters, one that likely dampened turnout in what was the nation’s marquee race in the Democrats’ intraparty battle over the party’s future direction. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026 The external stays dampened resonance and higher-order vibration modes, sharply reducing internal stress in the upper sections. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026 Make sure the filter is not too wet, just slightly dampened. — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 12 June 2026 Place the dampened loaf directly on the oven rack for 8 to 10 minutes, adjusting for size and density of your bread. — Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 3 June 2026 Use a dampened microfiber cloth to wipe down the shower tiles. — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 18 May 2026 However, Friday’s labor data, at least, dampened fears the squeeze is spiraling into a full recession. — Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 10 May 2026

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None of these concerns has dampened Yang’s enthusiasm for metagenomics, however. — Jason Liebowitz, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2026 Instead, Deimos’ fractured interior dampened the force of the impact, according to the study authors. — Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026 Yields have climbed higher as softer inflation and labor data have dampened the picture for Fed rate hikes, which the market has already priced in. — Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 19 Aug. 2026 Once you’re done, use a cloth dampened with water only to remove the soapy residue. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Aug. 2026 Tehran’s statement dampened hopes that a deal with Oman could provide a route for commercial shipping sooner than the US and Iran could reach their own agreement. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 11 Aug. 2026 Spot treating fresh stains with a cloth or napkin dampened with plain water can often get rid of the problem. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 Aug. 2026 These bans also dampened the formation of new businesses, reducing the annual average number of startups by 35 in states with bans. — Ben Rosa, The Conversation, 4 Aug. 2026 Wipe off any soap residue with a microfiber cloth, dampened with only water. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 29 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dampened

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Start with a clean cloth damped with plain water.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
Use a cotton ball damped with rubbing alcohol and rub over the area.

— Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 15 Oct. 2025

Definition of damped

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Obviously, that’s a fair assumption if his ice time is meaningfully reduced, and the same goes for Draisaitl.

— Janson Duench, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
The development comes as the global shipping industry contends with attacks around the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, higher energy prices, and sharply reduced traffic through some of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints.

— Joshua Hong, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of reduced

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The scandals involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor have undermined the reputation of the monarchy, and the King, still receiving cancer treatment, needs family support as never before.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 28 Aug. 2026
This strategic move undermined the Nazis’ ability to use the monarchy to legitimize their occupation.

— Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of undermined

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Two lawyers can work identical hours in the same organization and experience their jobs in fundamentally different ways — one drained by constant conflict, another by lack of autonomy, another by isolation.

— Malana VanTyler, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
The song is a lesson about the importance of empathy drained of the feel-good reassurance that might let the listener off the hook.

— Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of drained

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Havenith said deliberately wetting clothing can provide evaporative cooling, including for older adults who may not sweat as effectively.

— Aya Diab, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
For best results, water deeply at the base of the plant, allowing moisture to soak into the root zone rather than wetting the foliage, says Kelly Funk, president and CEO of Jackson & Perkins.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026

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