overdamp Meaning & Definition
What Does Overdamp Mean?
Overdamp is used as a verb meaning To damp a system more than would be necessary to prevent oscillation. As an adjective, it means overly damp.
Overdamp at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Comparative / superlative | more overdamp, most overdamp |
| Verb forms | overdamps, overdamping, overdamped |
Overdamp Definition (Verb)
- To damp a system more than would be necessary to prevent oscillation
Overdamp as an Adjective
- overly damp.
Synonyms of Overdamp
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Overdamp synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
overdamp (third-person singular simple present overdamps, present participle overdamping, simple past and past participle overdamped)
overdamp (comparative more overdamp, superlative most overdamp)
Origin of Overdamp
From over- + damp.
Questions People Ask About Overdamp
Is overdamp a verb or an adjective?
Overdamp is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the past tense of overdamp?
The past tense of overdamp is overdamped. The present participle is overdamping.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of overdamp?
The comparative form is more overdamp and the superlative form is most overdamp.