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To suffocate or cover something completely, often preventing air from reaching it.
In simple words: To cover someone or something completely, often making it hard to breathe.
Smother in a sentence
- The flames began to smother the small room quickly.
- She felt her mother's love smother her during her teenage years.
- The thick smoke started to smother the fire, making it harder to breathe.
- He tried to smother his feelings after the breakup, but it was impossible.
- The coach wanted to smother the opposition's offense to secure the win.
How to use Smother
Use in contexts involving covering or suffocating. Not usually used in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
smother + object
Memory hint
Think of a mother so caring that she 'smothers' her child with love.
Related words
Collocations with Smother
- smother someone with affection
- smother in blankets
- smother a fire
- smother with kisses
- smother one's feelings
Synonyms for Smother
- suffocate
- asphyxiate
- stifle
- choke
- hide
Common mistakes with Smother
- Confused with 'smothering' as an ongoing action versus 'smother' as a completed action.
- Using 'smother' without an object when it requires one.
- Overusing in contexts that don't imply covering or suffocating.
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More words like Smother
- Hide
- Forget it
A phrase used to indicate that something is no longer worth considering.
- I'm through doing that shit
I have decided to stop engaging in that unpleasant action.
- You always say that
You frequently repeat this statement.
- The same thing every time
An expression meaning doing something identically on each occasion.
- I'm always right too
A phrase indicating one's belief in being correct, often used in debate or discussion.
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Frequently asked questions about Smother
What does Smother mean?
To cover someone or something completely, often making it hard to breathe.
What is the definition of Smother?
To suffocate or cover something completely, often preventing air from reaching it.
How do you use Smother in a sentence?
The flames began to smother the small room quickly.
Can you give another example of Smother?
She felt her mother's love smother her during her teenage years.
What are synonyms for Smother?
Common alternatives include suffocate, asphyxiate, stifle, choke, hide.
What is the opposite of Smother?
Opposite meanings include expose, reveal, air.
What words go with Smother?
It commonly pairs with smother someone with affection, smother in blankets, smother a fire, smother with kisses, smother one's feelings.
What are common mistakes when using Smother?
Confused with 'smothering' as an ongoing action versus 'smother' as a completed action. Using 'smother' without an object when it requires one. Overusing in contexts that don't imply covering or suffocating.
How do you pronounce Smother?
US: //ˈsmʌð.ɚ//, UK: //ˈsmʌð.ə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Smother?
Use in contexts involving covering or suffocating. Not usually used in formal writing.