repression
Translation
repression, suppression, oppression
Examples
The government's repression of dissent was harsh.
The government's repression of dissent was harsh.
He suffered from emotional repression his whole life.
He suffered from emotional repression his whole life.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the act of controlling (sth.) by force The repression of free speech is a serious issue.
Similar Words
Synonyms: suppression, oppression; Antonyms: freedom, liberation
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (back) + 'premere' (to press). Literally 'a pressing back'.
Memory Tips
Think of 're-press' – to press something (like feelings or people) back down.