suffocation
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for suffocation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Death or loss of consciousness caused by being deprived of oxygen.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Middle French suffocation, from Latin suffocatio.
Full origin of suffocation →Frequently asked questions
What does “suffocation” mean?
The word “suffocation” means death or loss of consciousness caused by being deprived of oxygen. In plain terms, dying, or nearly dying, from lack of air.
How do you use “suffocation” in a sentence?
Here is “suffocation” used in a sentence: “The coroner ruled the cause of death as suffocation.”
What is another word for “suffocation”?
Words with a similar meaning to “suffocation” include asphyxia.
What part of speech is “suffocation”?
“Suffocation” is a noun.
Where does the word “suffocation” come from?
The word “suffocation” comes from Latin. From Middle French suffocation, from Latin suffocatio.