Synonyms for squelch

Synonyms for (noun) squelch

Synonyms: squelch, squelch circuit, squelcher

Definition: an electric circuit that cuts off a receiver when the signal becomes weaker than the noise

Similar words: circuit, electric circuit, electrical circuit

Definition: an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow


Synonyms: squelch, squelcher, put-down, takedown

Definition: a crushing remark

Similar words: derision

Definition: contemptuous laughter


Synonyms for (verb) squelch

Synonyms: squelch, quell, quench

Definition: suppress or crush completely

Usage: squelch any sign of dissent; quench a rebellion

Similar words: inhibit, curb, conquer, stamp down, subdue, suppress

Definition: to put down by force or authority

Usage: suppress a nascent uprising; stamp down on littering; conquer one's desires


Synonyms: mash, crush, squash, squeeze, squelch

Definition: to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition

Usage: crush an aluminum can; squeeze a lemon

Similar words: press

Definition: exert pressure or force to or upon

Usage: He pressed down on the boards; press your thumb on this spot


Synonyms: slop, slosh, splash, splosh, squelch, squish

Definition: walk through mud or mire

Usage: We had to splosh across the wet meadow

Similar words: tramp, trudge, plod, pad, slog, footslog

Definition: walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud

Usage: Mules plodded in a circle around a grindstone


Synonyms: squelch

Definition: make a sucking sound

Similar words: sound, go

Definition: make a certain noise or sound

Usage: She went `Mmmmm'; The gun went `bang'


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