熄灭

熄灭 means 'to go out' or 'to die down,' typically used for flames, lights, or emotions. It implies a gradual or sudden cessation, often with a sense of finality.

The character 熄 (xī) originally meant 'to extinguish' and is related to fire, while 灭 (miè) means 'to vanish' or 'to die.' Together, they emphasize the complete disappearance of something that was once active.

Commonly used in contexts like fire safety, lighting, or emotional states. For example, a candle's flame can be described as 熄灭, and a person's passion might be said to 熄灭 after a long period of hardship.