Synonyms for Extinguish
Top synonyms for “extinguish”: annihilate, blow out, carry off, crush out, decimate, do away with, eliminate, eradicate, and 6 more below.
Definitions
- (verb)kill in large numbers“the plague wiped out an entire population”
- (verb)terminate, end, or take out“Let's eliminate the course on Akkadian hieroglyphics”
- (verb)put an end to; kill“The Nazis snuffed out the life of many Jewish children”
- (verb)extinguish by crushing“stub out your cigar”
- (verb)put out, as of fires, flames, or lights“Too big to be extinguished at once, the forest fires at best could be contained”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "extinguish"?
Common synonyms for "extinguish" include annihilate, blow out, carry off, crush out, decimate, do away with. Our thesaurus lists 14 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "extinguish"?
Antonyms for "extinguish" include ignite. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "extinguish" mean?
kill in large numbers Example: "the plague wiped out an entire population"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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