Extinguish dream meaning is explained below using 4 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.
Interpretation 1 — Versatile - Anonymous
Material aspects: When we dream of extinguishing fire or light it is often worthwhile to look at how this is done.
Dreaming of switching off a light suggests that we have cut off a source of energy, with the potential for it to be reinstated.
For instance dousing a fire with a blanket suggests suppressing a powerful energy.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 2 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett
The interpretation here depends on the details of what was extinguished and how; but generally this action pertains to affairs with the opposite sex and indicates boredom.
See Flame, Fire, Water, Blanket, etc.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett
Interpretation 3 — Versatile - Anonymous
Psychological / emotional perspective: Usually extinguishing suggests putting out a fire or a light, having the symbolism of smothering emotions or covering up deeper feelings.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous
Interpretation 4 — Versatile - Anonymous
Extreme suffering – spiritual, emotional or physical – may be perceived as having extinguished or sapped spiritual passion.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous