stifle

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(sti-fle) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to stop something from happening or to suppress it.

Example Sentence

He tried to stifle his yawn.

More Example Sentences

Do not stifle your creativity and ideas.

Synonyms

suppress; restrain; smother

Antonyms

encourage; promote; permit

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Rhymes

  • eiffel
  • pfeifle
  • reifel
  • rifle
  • stifle
  • trifle
  • zweifel