stifling
12 points
English
8 letters
Uncommon
Commonness #23,476
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
noun
forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority
adjective
characterized by oppressive heat and humidity
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/stˈaɪflɪŋ/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural stiflings
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
forceful prevention
characterized by oppressive heat and humidity
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
More rhymes → · rhymes from CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
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