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quell

/kwɛl/  ·  say it: KWEL

to put an end to, often by force

In Actions & Behavior

In more detail

1. (verb) to stop or suppress something (such as a rebellion, protest, or rumor)

2. (verb) to calm or reduce an emotion or feeling (such as fear or doubt)

Examples

• 1. The police worked quickly to quell the riots in the city.
• 2. She took a deep breath to quell her anxiety before the presentation.

Nearby in Actions & Behavior

mobilize, instigate, incite, subdue, dominate, dictate