Synonyms for

Choked

Verb / tʃəʊkt / Another word for choked — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To have difficulty breathing, as a result of something being stuck in the throat or blocking the airway.

Synonyms & similar words

stifle exit choke gag perish clogged foul congest clog conk scrag asphyxiate decease strangle pass croak suffocate expire unclog throttle die fret go suffocate strangle gag asphyxiate sicken retch spasm stifle wheeze hyperventilate sputter cough gasp pant breathless clutch stall stop swoon

Synonyms by register

Formal

suffocated asphyxiated constricted

Informal

gagged strangled stifled

Literary

whelmed oppressed

Antonyms

breathe inhale exhale release loosen free unclog

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

noun choke
verb choke
adjective choked

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

  1. He choked on a piece of candy and had to spit it out.
  2. The smoke from the fire made her choke and cough.
  3. The tight collar was choking him and he had to loosen it.
  4. She was so choked up with emotion that she couldn't speak.
  5. 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.

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