stifle
How many syllables in stifle?
There are 2 syllables in the word stifle.How to pronounce stifle:
Definition of stifle:
- stifle:
- The past tense of Stifle is stifled.
Synonyms for stifle:
conquer
inhibit
muffle
repress
smother
stamp down
strangle
subdue
suppress
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