Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stifle-a-yawn
verb
ˈstaɪfəl ə jɔːn
Definition
To suppress or hold back a yawn, often due to social norms or a desire to maintain composure.
Examples
- He tried to stifle a yawn during the long lecture.
- It’s hard to stifle a yawn when you’re feeling tired.
- Despite her best efforts, she couldn’t stifle a yawn during the meeting.
Meaning
Stifling a yawn involves trying to prevent a yawn from occurring, often because one is in a situation where yawning might be seen as rude or inappropriate.
Synonyms
- Suppress
- Smother
- Inhibit
- Conceal
