1. dies or causes to die from lack of air or inability to breathe
2. feels trapped, restricted, or overwhelmed by circumstances
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The smoke suffocates anyone trapped in the burning building.
• She suffocates under the weight of too many responsibilities.
• The plastic bag suffocates the plant by blocking air flow.
• He suffocates in relationships that are too controlling.
• Dense fog suffocates the valley every morning.
• The bureaucracy suffocates creativity and innovation.
• Without proper ventilation, the room suffocates its occupants.