to stifle
01
숨이 막히다, 질식하다
to die or struggle for breath due to a lack of oxygen
Intransitive
예시들
The intense heat in the attic caused them to stifle and gasp for air.
다락방의 강렬한 더위로 그들은 숨이 막혀 공기를 헐떡거렸다.
02
억제하다, 막다
to suppress, restrain, or hinder the growth, development, or intensity of something
Transitive: to stifle development of something
예시들
Excessive criticism from peers can stifle a person's confidence and willingness to express their opinions.
동료들의 과도한 비판은 개인의 자신감과 의견을 표현하려는 의지를억압할 수 있습니다.
03
참다, 억누르다
to hold back or prevent oneself from expressing a reaction or acting on a feeling or emotion
Transitive: to stifle a reaction or emotion
예시들
He stifled the urge to yell and kept calm in the tense situation.
그는 소리를 지르고 싶은 충동을 참았고 긴장된 상황에서 차분함을 유지했다.
04
숨막히게 하다, 호흡을 곤란하게 하다
to make someone unable to breathe properly, often by blocking their airway
Transitive: to stifle sb
예시들
The thick fumes stifled her, and she had to step outside for fresh air.
짙은 연기가 그녀를 숨막히게 했고, 그녀는 신선한 공기를 마시기 위해 밖으로 나가야 했다.
Stifle
01
the joint connecting the femur and tibia in a quadruped
예시들
Veterinarians often check the stifle for signs of arthritis in older animals.
어휘 나무
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