Dampen
Pronunciation: /ˈdæmpən/
Dampen (verb)
- To make something slightly wet or to reduce its strength or intensity.
- To make someone feel less excited or hopeful about something.
Examples
- The rain will dampen the ground, making it softer.
- Negative comments can dampen a person's enthusiasm for the project.
Common collocations: dampen the mood, dampen the sound, dampen someone's spirits, dampen enthusiasm