Extinguished Definition

extinguished
adjective
  1. of a conditioned response; caused to die out because of the absence or withdrawal of reinforcement

"Extinguished" in song lyrics

See how extinguished is used in real songs:

  • "act on instinct and ballots extinguished"
    Anti-Pop Consortium — Silver Heat
  • "Y'all get extinguished"
    Majik Most f/ Celph Titled, DutchMassive — Back on the Map
  • "when spoke, the light I provide it cannot be extinguished"
    RZA — Insomnia

Usage tips for "extinguished"

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