REPRESSIVE Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word repressive. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word repressive. (close relations)

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	authoritarian				adjectiveadj
	noun • a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner adjective satellite • characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty • expecting unquestioning obedience
	dictatorial				adjectiveadj
	adjective • of or characteristic of a dictator adjective satellite • expecting unquestioning obedience • characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty
	oppressive				adjectiveadj
	adjective satellite • weighing heavily on the senses or spirit • marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior
	tyrannical				adjectiveadj
	adjective satellite • marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior • characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty
	inhibitory				adjectiveadj
	adjective satellite • restrictive of action
	repressing				verb, adjectivev, adj
	adjective satellite • restrictive of action

Best Hypernyms For REPRESSIVE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for repressive, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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