Damp and Provoke

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Damp verb - To deprive of emotional or intellectual vitality.

Usage example: refused to let the setbacks damp his drive for success

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Provoke is an antonym for damp.

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

Provoke verb - To rouse to strong feeling or action.

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Damp is an antonym for provoke.

Nearby Words: provocation, provoking

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