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DAMPING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)
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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Damping.

Damping - as a noun

A slight wetness

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dampness13moistness11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
wetness10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Damping - as an adjective satellite

Slightly wet

Example: "Clothes damp with perspiration"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dampish15moist7

Damping - as a verb

Deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dampen11dull5muffle14mute6tone down

Restrain or discourage

Example: "The sudden bad news damped the joyous atmosphere"

Make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible

Example: "Muffle the message"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dampen11deaden8

Lessen in force or effect

Example: "Soften a shock"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break11dampen11soften9weaken13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
blunt7deaden8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The damping of the vibrations helped to stabilize the machine."
"The car's suspension system relies on damping to provide a smooth ride."
"The engineer adjusted the damping on the shock absorber to improve comfort."
"The damping of sound waves is crucial in creating a quiet environment."
"The scientist investigated the damping of oscillations in the experiment."
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Word Game Points

Is DAMPING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, damping is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DAMPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DAMPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, damping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DAMPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is DAMPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, damping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DAMPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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