QUENCHED Synonyms: 70 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in damped

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verb

past tense of quench

as in extinguished

to cause to cease burning we thoroughly quenched the campfire before we headed to bed

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as in satisfied

to put a complete end to (a physical need or desire) this lemonade really quenches my thirst

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Recent Examples of quenched

Adjective

Ideal for thick, natural hair, the cream formula moisturizes quenched curls with ingredients such as silk protein, coconut oil, and shea butter. — Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 18 Nov. 2025

Verb

My need to roam was quenched by her. — Literary Hub, 15 May 2026 And that one gallon that quenched crops? — Emily Cureton Cook, ProPublica, 26 June 2026 My skin was quenched and cleansed at once, and Vargas’ fluency in her craft made the time absolutely fly by. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 15 Mar. 2026 But within a couple of weeks, my skin felt noticeably calmer—less redness, smoother texture, and overall more quenched. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Apr. 2026 Thirst finally quenched, the animal stood up, took a suitably epic pee, then walked toward the spot where our vehicle was parked. — Flora Stubbs, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2026 So when someone is troubled or curious over death, this longing can be quenched by gaining a deeper understanding of what is true and eternal. — Michelle Nanouche, Christian Science Monitor, 26 Sep. 2025 Fenty Hair – The Rich One Moisture Repair Conditioner gives my hair just enough so it’s quenched, but not weighed down. — Kayla Greaves, Essence, 6 Nov. 2025 Under the cover of night on July 30, 1949, the Amethyst quenched all its lights on board and shadowed a passing Chinese merchant ship, the Kiangling Liberation, following it through the tricky shoals of the river. — Anne Ewbank, Popular Science, 18 Feb. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for quenched

Adjective

These modes are referred to as a damped harmonic oscillator.

— Keith Cooper, Space.com, 15 Mar. 2026
The story of damped harmonic systems goes back to 1900, when British physicist Horace Lamb built a simple mathematical model of a particle vibrating inside a solid.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 16 Aug. 2025

Definition of damped

Verb

Be sure to ensure that any firework used is fully extinguished and free of flame or heat before disposing of it.

— Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
West Metro Fire Rescue Westbound C-470 was closed for about two hours while crews extinguished the semi fire, grass, and cleared the scene.

— Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 1 July 2026

Definition of extinguished

Verb

The deal would not have satisfied Cuba's spiraling energy needs.

— Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 6 July 2026
One of the daily specials, a creamy risotto accented with a bold red pepper puree and blackened shrimp, caught my eye and satisfied my cravings for something comforting.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2026

Definition of satisfied

Adjective

Baghaei said the future of the choked Strait of Hormuz will depend on the countries of Oman and Iran, as both nations have a plan to manage passage through the waterway.

— Alayna Treene, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
San Franciscans who think Muni buses are always packed, or prone to crawl along choked streets, may find their views validated in a new slide presentation released by the Municipal Transportation Agency.

— Rachel Swan, San Francisco Chronicle, 6 Jan. 2026

Definition of choked

Verb

Will Frances throw over Jol for Bill from True Blood, or is her thirst for vengeance not yet slaked?

— Alice Burton, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
Currently, the world’s thirst for energy remains slaked by ample supplies, which suggests prices could normalize sooner rather than later.

— Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026

Definition of slaked

Adjective

Outside of smothered biscuit sandwiches, District Biskuits also sells mac and cheese, chicken tenders with various dipping sauces, waffle fries and other sides.

— Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
Breakfast is a treat, with made-from-scratch English muffins and housemade jams, plus heartier items like a smothered breakfast burrito.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026

Definition of smothered

Verb

Through it all, Florida restaurants continue to survive and thrive, keeping residents and visitors satiated and coming back for more.

— Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 24 June 2026
Their protein and fat content help keep you full (satiated) throughout the day, which can help prevent energy dips.

— Kristen Gasnick, Verywell Health, 23 June 2026

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