Synonyms for
Choked
Definition
To have difficulty breathing, as a result of something being stuck in the throat or blocking the airway.
Synonyms & similar words
expire
gag
unclog
clogged
popoff
throttle
passaway
dropdead
scrag
choke
backup
go
pass
snuffit
foul
fret
exit
conk
cashinoneschips
buythefarm
suffocate
congest
asphyxiate
chokeoff
clog
suffocate
strangle
gag
asphyxiate
sicken
retch
spasm
stifle
wheeze
hyperventilate
sputter
cough
gasp
pant
breathless
clutch
stall
stop
swoon
Synonyms by register
Formal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- choked on food
- choked with tears
- choked with rage
- choked up
- choked the life out of
- choked the engine
- choked the airway
Word family
Usage note
The word 'choked' can refer to literal obstruction of breathing or a figurative sense of being overwhelmed or unable to speak. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.
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Example sentences
- He choked on a piece of candy and had to spit it out.
- The smoke from the fire made her choke and cough.
- The tight collar was choking him and he had to loosen it.
- She was so choked up with emotion that she couldn't speak.
- The wrestler choked his opponent until he passed out.
Quotes
I choked on a carrot this afternoon and all I could think was, I bet a donut wouldn't have done this to me.
The more you try to swallow your words, the more they'll choke you.
The words you speak become the house you live in.