Damp and Lighten

Damp

Damp verb - To reduce or weaken in strength or feeling.
Usage example: nothing seemed to damp the unwelcome attentions of her suitor

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

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

Lighten

Lighten verb - To become glad or hopeful.

Damp and lighten are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Damp" instead a verb "Lighten".

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