Synonyms for

Smothered

Verb / ˈsmʌðɜ:d / Another word for smothered — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Covered completely with a substance, or to prevent someone or something from breathing.

Synonyms & similar words

asphyxiate smother stifled stifle strangled repress suppressed suffocate muffle putout strangle surround suffocated choked stifled squelched quashed suppressed drowned buried overwhelmed engulfed swamped inundated flooded covered blanketed enveloped hid concealed camouflaged veiled

Example sentences

  1. I smothered my fries with ketchup.
  2. The pillow smothered the sound of her cries.
  3. The fire was smothered with a blanket.
  4. He smothered his cough with his hand.
  5. The parent smothered their child with love and hugs.

Quotes

  • I'm smothering myself with this stupid pillow!
  • I can't breathe, I'm being smothered by my own thoughts.
  • Love is when you're smothered in chocolate pudding, but you still want more.

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