Quell (Verb)
Meaning 1
Suppress or crush completely; "squelch any sign of dissent"; "quench a rebellion".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
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Meaning 2
Overcome or allay; "quell my hunger".
Classification
Verbs of eating and drinking.
Examples
- A warm meal will quell my hunger after a long day of hiking.
- Her soothing voice helped quell the child's fears during the storm.
- The news of a ceasefire was enough to quell the riots in the city.
- A refreshing glass of lemonade can quell your thirst on a hot summer day.
- Exercise is an effective way to quell anxiety and stress in some individuals.