B1adjectivehomenature
US/dæmp/
UK/dæmp/
slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way
In context
During the spring drizzle in Hanoi, everything in the house feels damp.
Clean the table with a damp cloth, not a wet one.
My clothes were still damp because it rained all day.
Words that go with damp
adjective + noun
- damp clothWipe the screen gently with a damp cloth.
- cold and dampThe old house was cold and damp in winter.
- damp weatherDamp weather makes my knees hurt.
- damp wallsDamp walls can cause mold and breathing problems.
adverb + adjective
- slightly dampThe towels are still slightly damp.