unstanch

/ʌnˈstæntʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to stop or prevent something from bleeding

“The medic worked to unstanch the wound, applying pressure to the gash.”

2. adjective

impossible to stop or control

“The unstanch flow of water flooded the entire room.”

Synonyms

  • stem
  • stop

Antonyms

  • aggravate
  • exacerbate