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stifle

verb

/ˈstaɪfl/

Meaning

to prevent or restrain an action, idea, or emotion; to suffocate

She tried to stifle a laugh during the serious meeting.

suppress, restrain, choke, smother, repress

encourage, release, express

stifle laughter, stifle creativity, stifle dissent, stifle a yawn

the process of growing, improving, or becoming more advanced

to go back over a path or route; to recall and repeat steps taken earlier

To clear someone of blame or suspicion; to show or prove to be right, reasonable, or justified.

Use up (a resource); eat, drink, or ingest (food or drink).

to express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something

To carry out a plan, order, or action; to perform or put into effect.