dampening
/ˈdæmpənɪŋ/
noun
- The act or process of making something slightly wet.
- Dampening the soil before planting seeds is important.
- The dampening of the fabric helps it hold its shape.
- He used a spray bottle for the dampening of the laundry.
- The reduction of strength, intensity, or enthusiasm.
- There was a dampening of spirits when the game was postponed.
- The dampening of public interest was noticeable after the scandal.
- The policy caused a dampening of economic growth.
- The reduction of sound, vibration, or oscillation.
- The dampening of the guitar strings creates a softer tone.
- Sound dampening in the theater improves the acoustics.
- Engineers focus on the dampening of vibrations in bridges.
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adjective
- Causing something to become slightly wet.
- The dampening cloth was used to clean the windows.
- She applied a dampening mist to her face before the makeup.
- A dampening spray helps keep the flowers fresh.
- Reducing enthusiasm, excitement, or intensity.
- The weather had a dampening influence on the festival crowd.
- His dampening comments made the team less motivated.
- The dampening effect of the bad news was felt by everyone.
- Reducing sound, vibration, or movement.
- A dampening pad under the keyboard reduces typing noise.
- The dampening material in the walls keeps the room quiet.
- The car's dampening system makes the ride comfortable.