damp
Translation
damp, moist
Examples
The towel is still damp.
The towel is still damp.
He wiped the counter with a damp cloth.
He wiped the counter with a damp cloth.
It was a cold, damp morning.
It was a cold, damp morning.
Grammar Patterns
(noun) + be + ((damp)) to be slightly wet The ground is damp after the rain.
Similar Words
Synonyms: moist, humid; Antonyms: dry, arid
Etymology
Originates from a Proto-Germanic word meaning 'steam, smoke'.
Memory Tips
Think of something that is slightly wet, not soaking wet. A 'damp' towel is not dripping.