Meaning of the word extinguished in English
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extinguished
US /ɪkˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪʃt/
UK /ɪkˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪʃt/
Adjective
1.
no longer burning; put out
Example:
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The fire was completely extinguished by the firefighters.
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All the candles were extinguished before we left the room.
2.
having come to an end or been suppressed
Example:
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Their hopes were extinguished after the defeat.
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The old traditions have been almost completely extinguished.
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