quelling Synonyms

quelling Meaning

Wordnet

quelling (n)

forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority

Webster

quelling (p. pr. & vb. n.)

of Quell

FAQs About the word quelling

forceful prevention; putting down by power or authorityof Quell

suppressing, crushing, repressing,subduing, sitting on, silencing, squelching, destroying, extinguishing, stifling

supporting, assisting, abetting, aiding, backing, helping, aiding, helping,assisting, abetting

The police presence was essential in quelling the protests before they turned violent.

Her soothing voice had a calming effect, quickly quelling the fears of those around her.

The sound of rain tapping against the windows had a quelling effect on the raging storm within him.

The mayor's address aimed at quelling concerns about the city's budget deficit.