1. the state or quality of being slightly wet or moist

Examples

• The dampness in the basement caused mold to grow on the walls.
• She could feel the dampness in the air before the storm arrived.
• The old books were damaged by years of dampness in the attic.
• A dehumidifier helped reduce the dampness in their home.
• The dampness of the morning dew made the grass slippery.
• He complained about the dampness seeping through the concrete floor.