Asphyxiation

C2 16+

Synonyms of asphyxiation

Antonyms of asphyxiation

Collocations of asphyxiation

suffocation
Frequency: 70 %

The cause of death was determined to be suffocation due to asphyxiation.

choking
Frequency: 60 %

The child nearly died from choking on a small toy, leading to asphyxiation.

strangulation
Frequency: 50 %

The victim showed signs of strangulation, which ultimately resulted in asphyxiation.

suffocating
Frequency: 45 %

The thick smoke in the burning building left people gasping and suffocating, risking asphyxiation.

carbon monoxide poisoning
Frequency: 40 %

The faulty gas heater caused carbon monoxide poisoning, leading to asphyxiation of the entire family.

Idiomatic Expressions for asphyxiation

  • Phrase: asphyxiation hazard
    Meaning: a situation or condition that poses a risk of suffocation or lack of oxygen
    Usage: The confined space was labeled as an asphyxiation hazard, requiring special safety precautions.