defused

[dih-fyoozd]

defused Definition

• 1. to remove the fuse from (a bomb, etc.)
• 2. to make a potentially dangerous situation or conflict less tense or hostile

Using defused: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "defused" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The bomb squad defused the explosive device.

• Example

  The negotiator defused the tense situation with his calm demeanor.

• Example

  She defused the argument by changing the subject.

defused Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for defused

• disarm
• calm
• pacify
• soothe
• deactivate

Antonyms for defused

• ignite
• inflame
• provoke

Phrases with defused

• defuse a bomb

  to remove the fuse or other detonating device from a bomb in order to prevent it from exploding

  Example

  The bomb squad was able to defuse the bomb before it caused any damage.

• defuse a situation

  to make a tense or hostile situation less dangerous or threatening

  Example

  The police were able to defuse the situation and prevent any violence from occurring.

• defuse an argument

  to calm down a heated argument or disagreement

  Example

  She was able to defuse the argument by acknowledging the other person's point of view.

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Summary: defused in Brief

The verb 'defused' [dih-fyoozd] means to remove the fuse from a bomb or to make a potentially dangerous situation or conflict less tense or hostile. It is often used in phrases like 'defuse a bomb,' 'defuse a situation,' and 'defuse an argument.' Synonyms include 'deactivate,' 'disarm,' 'calm,' 'pacify,' and 'soothe.' Antonyms include 'ignite,' 'inflame,' and 'provoke.'