English Synonym Finder

extinguish

Definitions

To put out a fire, flame, or light.

To bring something to an end or make it cease to exist.

To suppress or eliminate a feeling, hope, or other quality.

Examples

The firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish the blaze before it could spread to the nearby houses.

He tried to extinguish his feelings of resentment by focusing on the positive aspects of their friendship.

Please ensure you completely extinguish your campfire with water before leaving the campsite.

Synonyms

quench snuff douse smother stifle abolish annihilate

Antonyms

ignite kindle light start encourage foster revive