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to extinguish
01
to make a fire or flame stop burning
Transitive: to extinguish a fire or flame
Example
The firefighters worked all night to extinguish the raging forest fire.
The candle was extinguished with a gentle puff of air.
She used a fire extinguisher to extinguish the small kitchen fire.
1.1
to eliminate the brightness of a light
Transitive: to extinguish a light
Example
The technician adjusted the dimmer to extinguish the bright lights in the theater.
The setting sun slowly extinguished the brightness of the day.
To create a cozy atmosphere, they extinguished the harsh lights and lit some candles.
02
to end or destroy something entirely
Transitive: to extinguish sth
Example
The authorities took swift action to extinguish the criminal organization.
Scientists are working to extinguish the spread of the infectious disease.
The company implemented a new strategy to extinguish inefficiencies and improve overall productivity.
03
to cause the death of someone
Transitive: to extinguish sb
Example
The assassin was hired to extinguish the target without leaving any trace.
The ruthless dictator ordered his soldiers to extinguish all opposition.
The criminal mastermind planned to extinguish anyone who posed a threat to his empire.
04
to completely end something, leaving no trace or possibility of continuation
Transitive: to extinguish sth
Example
The treaty was signed to extinguish any further hostilities between the two nations.
His cruel actions seemed designed to extinguish any hope of reconciliation.
The policy was designed to extinguish any potential threats to national security.
