The Word 'DAMP'

Damp (adjective)

definition:
slightly wet

example:
"clothes damp with perspiration"

Damp (noun)

definition:
a slight wetness

Damp (verb)

definition:
lessen in force or effect

Damp (verb)

definition:
make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible

Damp (verb)

definition:
restrain or discourage

example:
"the sudden bad news damped the joyous atmosphere"

Damp (verb)

definition:
deaden a sound or noise, especially by wrapping

example:
"We need to dampen that amplifier."