Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dampener
Noun
/ˈdæmpənər/
Definition
A device or substance that reduces or diminishes the intensity, effect, or impact of something.
Examples
- The heavy rain acted as a dampener on our outdoor plans.
- They installed a sound dampener in the recording studio to minimize echoes.
- His negative comments were a real dampener on the team’s mood.
Meaning
A dampener can refer to something that makes a situation less enjoyable or less exciting. It can also be a physical object designed to soften or absorb vibrations or sound.
Synonyms
- muffler
- suppressor
- dodecahedron
- downer
