Dampen

usgb/ˈdæmpən/
verb

To make slightly wet.

The rain had started to dampen her clothes.
Visual representation of "dampen" - to make slightly wet

Often appears as...

  • dampen the cloth
  • dampen one's hair
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Visual representation of "dampen"
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Mild Wetness

Use 'dampen' when describing something made just a bit wet, not soaked.

Illustration for Mild Wetness
He used a spray bottle to lightly dampen the fabric before ironing.
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Not Drenching

'Dampen' suggests a gentle application of moisture, lacking forcefulness.

Illustration for Not Drenching
I'll dampen this towel to wipe the dust off the table.
Visual representation of the word "Dampen"

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