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Meaning of smothered
The primary meaning of the word "smothered" is to be or feel overwhelmed or stifled.
Etymology of smothered
The word "smothered" has its roots in the Old English word "smorian", which means "to suffocate" or "to stifle"
It is also related to the Old Norse word "smorra", which means "to strangle" or "to choke"
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe the act of suffocating or stifling someone or something
Synonyms
suffocated
stifled
choked
strangled
overwhelmed
buried
crushed
oppressed
repressed
subdued
muffled
gagged
silenced
muted
hushed
quieted
still
stilled
covered
shrouded
enveloped
wrapped
concealed
hidden
obscured
blinded
deafened
drowned
deluged
flooded
swamped
overloaded
overpowered
overborne
overcome
conquered
defeated
beaten
cowed
intimidated
browbeaten
terrorized
traumatized
shocked
stunned
dazed
bewildered
confused
disoriented
lost
submerged
immersed
absorbed
engulfed
Definitions
- To suffocate or stifle someone or something, typically by covering or surrounding them closely
- * To feel overwhelmed or stifled, either physically or emotionally
- * To suppress or conceal a feeling or activity
Usage Examples
- The firefighter was smothered by the thick smoke in the burning building
- * The child felt smothered by the attention of their overbearing parents
- * The artist's creativity was smothered by the strict rules of the art competition
Antonyms
liberated
freed
released
unleashed
unencumbered
unrestricted
unhampered
unobstructed
cleared
opened
widened
broadened
expanded
enlarged
heightened
intensified
strengthened
invigorated
energized
revitalized
renewed
restored
refreshed
relieved
alleviated
mitigated
moderated
calmed
soothed
comforted
consoled
reassured
heartened
encouraged
inspired
motivated
stimulated