SUFFOCATE

Definition of SUFFOCATE

  1. (verb)deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing
  2. (verb)impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of
  3. (verb)become stultified, suppressed, or stifled
  4. (verb)suppress the development, creativity, or imagination of
  5. (verb)be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen
  6. (verb)feel uncomfortable for lack of fresh air
  7. (verb)struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake