extinguishable

adjective

Definition of extinguishablenext
1
as in satiable

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2
as in perishable

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for extinguishable
  1. satiable
  2. perishable
  3. controlled
  4. mortal
  5. satiated
  6. destructible
  7. restrained
  8. transient
Adjective
  • Vladimir Putin does not seem the appeasable or satiable type.
    — Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 9 Dec. 2021
Definition of satiable
Adjective
  • Travel experts recommend simple, non-perishable snacks, secure containers, and considerate timing when eating on board.
    — Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Get leftovers and other perishable foods into the refrigerator within two hours, and keep your refrigerator at 40°F or colder.
    — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of perishable
Adjective
  • Which in layman’s terms means the Canvas L can produce more precise, controlled and transparent sound.
    — John Archer, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • Hurteau says while many land managers and fire experts have been working to restore forest health, there still isn't nearly enough controlled burning being done.
    — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 4 May 2026
Definition of controlled
Adjective
  • What would be the worst moment in a mere mortal’s career, Hoecht turned into a valiant scene.
    — Tim Graham, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
  • But after what happened to Belichick, nobody, no matter the accolades, appears a mortal lock to have their bust created for the Hall of Fame.
    — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of mortal
Adjective
  • The quantity was sufficient, but the variety needed just a little something extra to ensure everyone would stay satiated—and sober.
    — Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025
Definition of satiated
Adjective
  • Every area in Bananza is largely and compulsively destructible, which is a nice nod to 2001’s Red Faction or, of course, the aforementioned arcade classic Rampage.
    — Mitch Wallace, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
  • While not every object in the game world will be destructible, the team is working hard on making as much destruction as possible, while also balancing the need for cover.
    — Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
Definition of destructible
Adjective
  • Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve give superbly restrained performances as a married couple who have immigrated from Romania to a small seaside town in Norway with their four children.
    — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The Sydney penthouse, measuring in at just under 9,700 square feet, takes a restrained approach while still feeling sumptuous, thanks to interiors that pair custom pieces with luxe materials.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of restrained
Adjective
  • These facilities can support fuel qualification, materials testing, transient behavior studies, and other technical work needed before a first-of-a-kind reactor can enter service.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Unionization is challenging with a large, disparate and transient group of athletes.
    — Justin Williams, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of transient
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