damp·en 
/ˈdæmpən/ verb
damp·ens; damp·ened; damp·en·ing /ˈdæmpən/ verb [+ obj] 1 : to make (something) somewhat or slightly wet : to make (something) damp
▪ Dampen the spot with a wet cloth. ▪ The shower barely dampened the ground. 2 : to make (something) less strong or active
▪ We wouldn't let the bad weather dampen our excitement/enthusiasm/spirits. ▪ The experience dampened her interest [=made her less interested] in becoming a doctor.
▪ Dampen the spot with a wet cloth. ▪ The shower barely dampened the ground.
▪ We wouldn't let the bad weather dampen our excitement/enthusiasm/spirits. ▪ The experience dampened her interest [=made her less interested] in becoming a doctor.
