Damp and Daunt

Damp

Damp verb - To deprive of emotional or intellectual vitality.
Usage example: refused to let the setbacks damp his drive for success

Daunt and damp are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Daunt" instead a verb "Damp".

Nearby Words: dampen, dampened, damper, damped, dampness

Daunt

Daunt verb - To lessen the courage or confidence of.
Usage example: the raging inferno didn't daunt the firefighters for a moment

Damp and daunt are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Damp" instead a verb "Daunt".

Nearby Word: daunting
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