verb as in strong fondness

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dampen, cool, disenchanted

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Example Sentences

Example:The manager's remarks were intended to dampen the team's enthusiasm for the plan.

Definition:To lessen the affect or intensity of something, as in a reaction, emotion, or enthusiasm.

From dampen

Example:The cooler weather helped to cool them down after their energetic morning run.

Definition:To make less intense or excited, often by removing heat or excitement.

From cool

Example:After a series of failures, she became disenchanted with the project.

Definition:To make less enthusiastic or interested, often due to disappointment or disillusionment.

From disenchanted