Definitions

stamp out

VERB

put an end to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abolish crush eliminate eradicate exterminate extinguish put down quell snuff out squelch suppress wipe out

WEAK

blot out destroy end expunge kill put out stop

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bear build up compliment create encourage establish institute let go praise ratify release

Example Sentences

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After the Edwards' crisis, it launched a review of its culture, professing its intention to stamp out bad behaviour.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

As prime minister, he charted a pragmatic economic course and sought to stamp out corruption.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Regulators have tried for decades to stamp out hazards leading to close-call incidents at airports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

"We must stamp out the hate, fear and prejudice that drives Islamophobia and division in our society."

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Something you want to hide in a cardboard box, something to stamp out of your mind.

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau