stifling - Meaning in Tamil

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stifling - Meaning in Tamil

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Definitions and Meaning of stifling in English

stifling adjective

1. characterized by oppressive heat and humidity

   Synonyms

   sulfurous, sulphurous, sultry

   Examples

   • "the stifling atmosphere"
   • "the sulfurous atmosphere preceding a thunderstorm"
   • "the summer was sultry and oppressive"

stifling noun

1. forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority

   Synonyms

   crushing, quelling, suppression

   Examples

   • "the quelling of the rebellion"
   • "the stifling of all dissent"
   • "the suppression of heresy"

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