The Opposite(Antonym) of “refire”
The antonyms of refire are extinguish, quench, and put out. These antonyms describe the opposite action of igniting or starting a fire. They imply the act of stopping, suppressing, or ending a fire.
Explore all Antonyms of “refire”
- extinguish
- quench
- put out
Definitions and Examples of extinguish, quench, put out
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To put out a fire or flame by dousing it with water, smothering it with a blanket, or using an extinguisher.
Example
The firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish the raging inferno that threatened to engulf the entire building.
To satisfy one's thirst or desire by drinking or consuming something; to put out a fire or flame by pouring water or other liquid on it.
Example
He drank a glass of cold water to quench his thirst after a long run in the park.
Key Differences: extinguish vs quench vs put out
- 1Extinguish is a specific term that describes the act of putting out a fire or flame using a particular method or tool.
- 2Quench is a more general term that can describe satisfying one's thirst or desire, as well as putting out a fire or flame.
- 3Put out is a broad term that can describe any method of extinguishing a fire or flame, as well as stopping or preventing something from continuing or progressing.
Effective Usage of extinguish, quench, put out
- 1Fire Safety: Use these antonyms to learn about fire safety and prevention.
- 2Cooking: Use these antonyms to describe cooking techniques, such as putting out a grease fire.
- 3Metaphors: Use these antonyms in metaphors to describe the end of something, such as 'putting out the flames of a relationship.'
Remember this!
The antonyms of refire describe the opposite action of igniting or starting a fire. Extinguish is a specific term for putting out a fire, quench is a more general term that can also describe satisfying one's thirst or desire, and put out is a broad term that can describe any method of extinguishing a fire or stopping something from continuing. Use these antonyms to learn about fire safety, describe cooking techniques, and use in metaphors to describe the end of something.