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Extinguished Meaning in English

word · lemma: extinguish

ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt
ik-STING-gwisht
ɛkstˈɪŋɡwɪʃt
ek-STING-gwisht

Definição

Something that has been put out or stopped, such as a fire, light, or sometimes a feeling. It often means that something is no longer active or existing.

Uso & Nuances

Mostly used in formal or descriptive contexts. Commonly refers to fires or lights ('the fire was extinguished'), but can also be used metaphorically for emotions or hope ('her hopes were extinguished'). Usually passive.

Frases de Exemplo

The campfire was extinguished before we left.

basic

The candles were extinguished after the party.

basic

The fire was quickly extinguished by the firefighters.

basic

After hearing the bad news, all hope seemed extinguished.

natural

By the time I got home, the streetlights were already extinguished.

natural

His enthusiasm for the project was completely extinguished by constant criticism.

natural