Quench
/kwɛntʃ/
To quench means to satisfy your thirst by drinking something, like water or juice, or to put out a fire by using water or another liquid.
Examples
- After running around in the hot sun during soccer practice, I drank two whole bottles of water to quench my thirst and feel refreshed.
- The firefighters worked hard to quench the flames that had spread through the old building, using their hoses to spray water and keep everyone safe.
- During our science experiment, we learned that pouring water on a burning piece of cloth can quench the fire quickly, which is why it's important to have water nearby.
Synonyms
satisfy
slake
relieve
cool
extinguish
Antonyms
thirst
ignite
increase
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