The Opposite(Antonym) of “emblaze”
The antonyms of emblaze are extinguish, douse, and dim. The antonyms convey the opposite meaning of emblaze, which means to light up or set on fire.
Explore all Antonyms of “emblaze”
Definitions and Examples of extinguish, douse, dim
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To put out a fire or a flame; to bring something to an end.
Example
The firefighters were able to extinguish the fire before it spread to other buildings.
To pour water or another liquid over something in order to put out a fire.
Example
He quickly grabbed a bucket of water to douse the flames.
Not bright or clear; lacking in intensity or brightness.
Example
The lights in the room were dim, creating a cozy atmosphere.
Key Differences: extinguish vs douse vs dim
- 1Extinguish is used specifically for putting out fires, while douse can be used more generally for pouring water or another liquid over something.
- 2Dim is a more general term that describes something that is not bright or clear, while emblaze refers specifically to lighting something up or setting it on fire.
Effective Usage of extinguish, douse, dim
- 1Fire Safety: Use extinguish and douse when discussing fire safety measures.
- 2Lighting: Use emblaze when discussing lighting design or effects.
- 3Describing Brightness: Use dim to describe a lack of brightness or intensity.
Remember this!
The antonyms of emblaze are extinguish, douse, and dim. Use extinguish and douse when discussing fire safety measures, emblaze when discussing lighting design or effects, and dim to describe a lack of brightness or intensity.
