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extinguish Synonyms
Another word for extinguish
Choosing another word for extinguish depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To cause a fire, flame, or light to stop burning or shining.
Usage Example
"The campers poured buckets of water over the embers to put out the campfire before going to sleep."
Strongest
put out
douse
quench
snuff out
Strong
smother
stamp out
• verb (Context 2)
To bring a feeling, hope, or abstract quality to a complete end.
Usage Example
"The sudden funding cut did not destroy the research team's determination to complete the project."
Strong
destroy
eradicate
crush
quell
annihilate
wipe out
obliterate
• verb (Context 3)
To cancel or discharge a debt, right, or legal obligation by full payment or operation of law.
Usage Example
"The company issued new shares to discharge its remaining long-term debt."
Strongest
discharge
cancel
Strong
liquidate
pay off
settle
annul
Opposites of extinguish
The opposite of extinguish shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
ignite
light
incur
kindle
spark
arouse
inflame
inspire
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Extinguish. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/extinguish