공기나 산소의 공급을 막아 죽게 하거나 죽다.
To die or cause death by preventing access to air or oxygen.
예문:
"The attacker attempted to suffocate the victim using a plastic bag."
"Tragically, several animals suffocated in the hold of the ship during the storm."
열기, 연기 또는 신선한 공기의 부족으로 인해 숨쉬기 힘들어지거나 힘들게 하다.
To have or cause difficulty in breathing due to heat, smoke, or lack of fresh air.
예문:
"The humidity in the crowded subway was so intense that I felt like I was suffocating."
"Open a window before the fumes from the cleaning chemicals suffocate us."
갇혀 있거나 억압받는 느낌을 갖게 하거나, 자유롭게 발전하거나 표현하지 못하게 하다.
To feel or cause to feel trapped, oppressed, or unable to develop or express oneself freely.
예문:
"She felt suffocated by the strict rules and expectations of her conservative family."
"Excessive government bureaucracy can suffocate innovation in small startups."