1
as in undermines
to deprive of emotional or intellectual vitality
refused to let the setbacks damp his drive for success
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2
as in dampens
to make or become slightly or moderately wet
damp the shirt slightly before ironing it
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3
as in reduces
to reduce or weaken in strength or feeling
nothing seemed to damp the unwelcome attentions of her suitor
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