asphyxiation
The word “asphyxiation” has 5 syllables: as-phyx-i-a-tion
It's pronounced as /æsˌfɪksiˈeɪʃən/
What is synonym and antonym for asphyxiation?
In the thesaurus, “asphyxiation” has 14 synonyms and 7 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for asphyxiation along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for asphyxiation
Antonyms for asphyxiation
- breathe
- exhale
- expire
- inhale
- inspire
- resuscitate
- revive
Meanings of asphyxiation
- noun
- Death due to lack of oxygen.
- An acute lack of oxygen.
Example Sentences
- The investigators confirmed that the cause of death was asphyxiation.
- Proper ventilation is necessary to prevent accidental asphyxiation in confined spaces.
- The firefighter rescued the victim just in time to avoid asphyxiation.
- Medical training includes learning how to respond to cases of asphyxiation.
- The manual warns about the risk of asphyxiation when using the equipment improperly.
On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to asphyxiation, such as: breathe, choke, croak, destroy, dispatch, do in, drown.
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