Stifle
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British pronunciation/stˈa‍ɪfə‍l/
American pronunciation/ˈstaɪfəɫ/

Definition & Meaning of "stifle"

to stifle
01

to suppress, restrain, or hinder the growth, development, or intensity of something

Transitive: to stifle development of something
02

to hold back or prevent oneself from expressing a reaction or acting on a feeling or emotion

Transitive: to stifle a reaction or emotion
03

to die or struggle for breath due to a lack of oxygen

Intransitive
04

to make someone unable to breathe properly, often by blocking their airway

Transitive: to stifle sb
Stifle
01

joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee

stifle

v

stifled

adj

stifled

adj

stifler

n

stifler

n

stifling

adj

stifling

adj
example
Example
The lack of support and encouragement from family can stifle a person's aspirations and ambitions.
Excessive criticism from peers can stifle a person's confidence and willingness to express their opinions.
A lack of resources can stifle the growth of a small business, limiting its potential for expansion.
Overregulation in certain industries may stifle competition and impede the development of new technologies.
The strict rules and regulations served to stifle creativity and innovation within the organization.
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