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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

dampens

/dæmpənz/ verb · British & US
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What does dampens mean?

verb

to reduce the strength or effectiveness of something, or to make something less intense or severe. to make something less_forceful or less intense.

Example

"The rain dampens the mood of the outdoor festival."

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