damper
1 synonym and 1 antonym for damper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Something that spoils an otherwise good mood or occasion.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use damper
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
put a damper on
open the damper
shock damper
Etymology
From damp (the verb) plus -er, someone or something that "damps." The plain, yeast-free bread of the same name is a separate, later use of the word, first recorded around 1825.
Full origin of damper →Frequently asked questions
What does “damper” mean?
The word “damper” means something that spoils an otherwise good mood or occasion. In plain terms, most often used for anything that spoils the mood, but also a technical term for a valve or shock absorber.
How do you pronounce “damper”?
“Damper” is pronounced DAMP (/ˈdæmpɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “damper” in a sentence?
Here is “damper” used in a sentence: “The rain put a real damper on the outdoor wedding.”
What part of speech is “damper”?
“Damper” is a noun.
Where does the word “damper” come from?
The word “damper” dates back to around 1825. From damp (the verb) plus -er, someone or something that "damps." The plain, yeast-free bread of the same name is a separate, later use of the word, first recorded around 1825.
How many meanings does “damper” have?
“Damper” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: something that spoils an otherwise good mood or occasion.
