Vocabulary Entry

repress

|verb • noun

verb

To hold back or suppress something, such as emotions or actions.

Example Sentences

"She tried to repress her anger during the meeting."

"The government decided to repress the protests for public safety."

"He couldn’t repress a smile when he saw the gift."

noun

Example Sentences

"The repression of free speech was evident in the recent laws."

"The psychological effects of repression can lead to various issues."

"Her feelings of repression led her to seek therapy."