Vocabulary Entry

repressed

|verb • adjective

verb

To hold back or subdue something, such as emotions or desires.

Example Sentences

"She repressed her anger during the meeting."

"The trauma caused him to repress his memories of the incident."

"He tried to repress his laughter during the serious discussion."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The repressed feelings eventually surfaced in his writings."

"She lived in a repressed society where freedom of expression was limited."

"His repressed emotions made it difficult for him to connect with others."