Synonyms for

Suffocating

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

Definition

to cause someone to have difficulty breathing; to prevent someone from breathing normally

Synonyms & similar words

asphyxiate smother smothering stifle choke gag suffocate suffocative strangle smothering choking strangling stifling squelching suppressing constricting compressing cramping oppressing overpowering overwhelming curbing hampering restraining handcuffing inhibiting

Example sentences

  1. The heavy blanket was suffocating me in my sleep.
  2. The crowded room was suffocatingly hot.
  3. The tight collar was suffocating the puppy.
  4. The smoke from the fire was suffocating the birds in the trees.
  5. The overbearing boss was suffocating employees with his micromanagement.

Quotes

  • I'm suffocating in your love.
  • In the midst of hate, I found there was, within me, an invincible love. In the midst of tears, I found there was, within me, an invincible smile. In the midst of chaos, I found there was, within me, an invincible calm. I realized, through it all, that in the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer. And that makes me happy. For it says that no matter how hard the world pushes against me, within me, there’s something stronger – something better, pushing right back.
  • The worst part about being lied to is knowing you weren't worth the truth. The worst part about drowning is knowing you're suffocating.

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