Meaning of stifling in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    stifling

    Definitions

    1. characterized by oppressive heat and humidity

    Examples

    • « the summer was sultry and oppressive »
    • « the stifling atmosphere »
    • « the sulfurous atmosphere preceding a thunderstorm »

    Synonyms

  2. Noun

    stifling

    Definitions

    1. forceful prevention

    Examples

    • « putting down by power or authority »
    • « the suppression of heresy »
    • « the quelling of the rebellion »
    • « the stifling of all dissent »

    Derived terms

Famous quotes

  • « I found marriage somewhat stifling. I don't know that I am the kind of man who ought to be married. »
    Burt Lancaster
  • « Romance is mush, stifling those who strive. »
    Billy Strayhorn

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