The Opposite(Antonym) of “reillume”
The antonyms of reillume are extinguish, quench, and put out. These words describe the act of stopping or preventing something from burning or shining.
Explore all Antonyms of “reillume”
- 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 a light; to stop something from burning or shining.
Example
The firefighters worked hard to extinguish the flames that were spreading across the forest.
To satisfy one's thirst or desire; to extinguish a fire or a light.
Example
After a long hike, he stopped by a stream to quench his thirst.
Key Differences: extinguish vs quench vs put out
- 1Extinguish is a general term that describes the act of putting out a fire or a light.
- 2Quench is a more specific term that describes the act of satisfying one's thirst or desire, as well as putting out a fire or a light.
- 3Put out is a phrasal verb that means the same thing as extinguish.
Effective Usage of extinguish, quench, put out
- 1Fire Safety: Use these antonyms to discuss fire safety measures and how to prevent fires.
- 2Cooking: Use these antonyms when discussing cooking techniques and how to avoid accidents in the kitchen.
- 3Metaphorical Usage: Use these antonyms in metaphors and idioms to convey different meanings.
Remember this!
The antonyms of reillume describe the act of stopping or preventing something from burning or shining. Extinguish is a general term, quench is more specific, and put out is a phrasal verb that means the same thing as extinguish. Use these antonyms in discussions about fire safety, cooking techniques, and metaphors to convey different meanings.
