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Damp vs Dull - What's the difference?

damp | dull | Synonyms |


In transitive terms the difference between damp and dull

is that damp is to suppress vibrations (mechanical) or oscillations (electrical) by converting energy to heat (or some other form of energy) while dull is to soften, moderate or blunt; to make dull, stupid, or sluggish; to stupefy.

As adjectives the difference between damp and dull

is that damp is being in a state between dry and wet; moderately wet; moist while dull is lacking the ability to cut easily; not sharp.

As verbs the difference between damp and dull

is that damp is to dampen; to render damp; to moisten; to make humid, or moderately wet; as, to damp cloth while dull is to render dull; to remove or blunt an edge or something that was sharp.

As a noun damp

is moisture; humidity; dampness.

As an abbreviation DAMP

is Deficits in Attention, Motor coordination and Perception.

Causticcaustical vs Pungent - What's the difference?

causticcaustical | pungent | Synonyms |

Causticcaustical is a synonym of pungent.


As an adjective pungent is

having a strong odor that stings the nose, said especially of acidic or spicy substances.

Hearty vs Zestful - What's the difference?

hearty | zestful | Synonyms |

Hearty is a synonym of zestful.


As adjectives the difference between hearty and zestful

is that hearty is pertaining to, or proceeding from, the heart; warm; cordial; bold; zealous; sincere; willing; also, energetic; active; eager while zestful is having a spirited love of life; ebullient.

As a noun hearty

is a term of familiar address and fellowship among sailors.

Scared vs Disquieted - What's the difference?

scared | disquieted | Synonyms |

Scared is a synonym of disquieted.


As verbs the difference between scared and disquieted

is that scared is (scare) while disquieted is (disquiet).

As an adjective scared

is having fear; afraid, frightened.

Restraint vs Stop - What's the difference?

restraint | stop | Synonyms |

Restraint is a synonym of stop.


As nouns the difference between restraint and stop

is that restraint is (countable) something that restrains, ties, fastens or secures while stop is .

Representation vs Portraiture - What's the difference?

representation | portraiture | Synonyms |


As nouns the difference between representation and portraiture

is that representation is that which represents another while portraiture is a portrait; a likeness; a painted resemblance; hence, that which is copied from some example or model.

Exalted vs Heightened - What's the difference?

exalted | heightened | Synonyms |


As verbs the difference between exalted and heightened

is that exalted is past tense of exalt while heightened is past tense of heighten.

As adjectives the difference between exalted and heightened

is that exalted is praised, or honored while heightened is increased in intensity or concentration; elevated, stepped-up.

Move vs Chase - What's the difference?

move | chase | Synonyms |

Move is a synonym of chase.


As a verb move

is to change place or posture; to stir; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.

As a noun move

is the act of moving; a movement.

As a proper noun chase is

a botanical plant name author abbreviation for botanist mary agnes chase (1869-1963).

Job vs Clout - What's the difference?

job | clout | Synonyms |

Job is a synonym of clout.


As a proper noun job

is job.

As a noun clout is

influence or effectiveness, especially political.

As a verb clout is

to hit, especially with the fist.

Troublesome vs Disgusting - What's the difference?

troublesome | disgusting | Synonyms |

Troublesome is a synonym of disgusting.


As adjectives the difference between troublesome and disgusting

is that troublesome is giving trouble or anxiety; vexatious; burdensome; wearisome while disgusting is causing disgust; repulsive; distasteful.

As a verb disgusting is

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