Is it possible to get a hold on the above words just from a dictionary definition? In many cases, "damp" has negative connotation, in others neutral connotation. In certain cases the words are not synonymous at all and in others they are synonyms.
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The dew moistened/dampened the fields.
Damp/dampen/moisten the edges of the pastry and seal.
The building was damp/moist.
A cold damp/moist hand brushed his neck.
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Students, I don't envy you in your fight to learn English.
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The dew moistened/dampened the fields.
Damp/dampen/moisten the edges of the pastry and seal.
The building was damp/moist.
A cold damp/moist hand brushed his neck.
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Students, I don't envy you in your fight to learn English.