Vocabulary Entry

quell

|verb • noun

verb

To calm or reduce something, especially a feeling or situation.

Example Sentences

"The teacher tried to quell the students' fears about the exam."

"He spoke softly to quell her anxiety."

"The police were called in to quell the unrest in the neighborhood."

"A warm cup of tea helped to quell his worries."

noun

Example Sentences

"The government's quell of the protest received mixed reactions."

"There was a need for a quell after the rowdy celebration."

"Her calm presence provided a quell to his agitation."

"The quell of the rumors was necessary for restoring public trust."