quelling

[kwel-ing]

quelling Definition

• 1. suppress (a feeling, especially an unpleasant one)
• 2. put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by the use of force

Using quelling: Examples

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

• Example

  She tried quelling her anger by taking deep breaths.

• Example

  The government sent troops to quell the rebellion.

• Example

  The police were called to quell the disturbance.

• Example

  He managed to quell his nerves before the big game.

quelling Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for quelling

• subdue
• crush
• stifle
• extinguish
• suppress

Antonyms for quelling

• provoke
• foment
• incite

Phrases with quelling

• quell someone's fears

  to calm someone down and make them feel less afraid

  Example

  The doctor tried to quell her fears about the surgery.

• quell a riot

  to stop a riot from happening

  Example

  The police used tear gas to quell the riot.

• quell dissent

  to suppress or put an end to disagreement or opposition

  Example

  The dictator used force to quell dissent among the population.

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Summary: quelling in Brief

The verb 'quelling' [kwel-ing] means to suppress or put an end to something, such as a feeling or a rebellion. It can be used in phrases like 'quell someone's fears,' 'quell a riot,' and 'quell dissent.'