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quelling

The word “quelling” has 2 syllables: quell-ing.

It's pronounced as /ˈkwɛlɪŋ/.

What is synonym and antonym for quelling?

In the thesaurus, “quelling” has 16 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for quelling along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for quelling

  • conciliation
  • crushing
  • easing
  • extinguishing
  • hushing
  • moderation
  • muting
  • quieting
  • repressing
  • settling
  • shushing
  • silencing
  • stilling
  • subduing
  • suppressing
  • suppression

Antonyms for quelling

Meanings of quelling

  • verb
    1. To subdue, to put down; to silence or force (someone) to submit.
    2. To suppress, to put an end to (something); to extinguish.
    3. To kill.
    4. To be subdued or abated; to diminish.
    5. To die.
  • noun
    1. The act by which something is quelled.
  • adjective
    1. Causing something to quell or be quelled.

Example Sentences

  • The police's presence was crucial in quelling the disturbance.
  • His soothing words were effective in quelling her fears.
  • The firefighters were successful in quelling the blaze before it spread to nearby buildings.
  • The teacher's firm but gentle demeanor was instrumental in quelling the students' unruly behavior.
  • The government implemented strict measures aimed at quelling public unrest and restoring order.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to quelling, such as: abetting, aiding, assisting, backing, conciliation, crushing, easing.

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