Becoming and making less strong (Definition of dented from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

The government shutdown likely dented GDP in the current quarter that stretches from October through December, but the US economy is widely expected to recoup most of those losses …

To become dented: a fender that dents easily. [Middle English dent, variant of dint, blow, from Old English dynt.]

Definition of 'dented' dented in British English (ˈdɛntɪd ) adjective having a surface containing a hollow or dip

I haven't even made a dent in this pile of work. v.t. to make a dent in or on; indent: The impact dented the car's fender. to have the effect of reducing or slightly injuring: The caustic remark …

Definitions of dented adjective of metal e.g. “ dented fenders” synonyms: bent, crumpled damaged harmed or injured or spoiled

The surface of the glass produced in this way may be modified by altering the surface of the rolling-table; if the table has a smooth surface, the glass will also be more or less smooth, but …

The term 'dented' refers to a condition where a surface has been pushed in or marked due to impact or pressure. This can occur in various materials, such as metal, wood, or plastic.

dent something to make a hollow place in a hard surface, usually by hitting it The back of the car was badly dented in the collision. The car was quite badly dented on one side.

The term 'dented' [ˈdɛntɪd] describes an object that has a small hollow caused by a blow or pressure, or is damaged or flawed. Examples include a dented car hood or a dented can of soda.