Moderate as in muffled Feeling constrained or held back, as if suppressed or restricted, similar to being pent-up. Clear All
5 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Stifled'
The stifled sobs echoed through the quiet room, revealing the depth of her sorrow.
As the movie reached its climax, the stifled gasps from the audience filled the theater.
In the stifled atmosphere of the library, a stern librarian shushed anyone who dared to speak above a whisper.
Surrounded by towering skyscrapers, the stifled sunlight struggled to reach the crowded city streets below.
As the detective investigated the crime scene, he sensed a stifled tension in the air, hinting at hidden secrets.
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