quell

[kwel]

quell Definition

• 1. to put an end to something, especially by using force or violence
• 2. to calm or reduce strong or unpleasant feelings

Using quell: Examples

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

• Example

  The police were called in to quell the riot.

• Example

  He tried to quell his anger.

• Example

  The company took steps to quell rumors of bankruptcy.

• Example

  The principal's speech helped to quell the students' fears about the new policy.

quell Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for quell

• subdue
• crush
• pacify
• calm
• suppress

Antonyms for quell

• provoke
• agitate
• incite

Phrases with quell

• quell someone's fears

  to make someone feel less afraid or anxious

  Example

  The doctor was able to quell her patient's fears about the surgery.

• quell a rebellion

  to suppress or put an end to a rebellion or uprising

  Example

  The government sent troops to quell the rebellion in the capital.

• quell a disturbance

  to calm or stop a disturbance or commotion

  Example

  The security guards were able to quell the disturbance before it got out of hand.

Origins of quell

from Old English 'cwellan', meaning 'to kill'

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Summary: quell in Brief

The verb 'quell' [kwel] means to put an end to something, often through force or violence, or to calm or reduce strong or unpleasant feelings. Examples include 'The police were called in to quell the riot.' and 'He tried to quell his anger.' Phrases like 'quell someone's fears' and 'quell a rebellion' extend the meaning of 'quell' to specific contexts.