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REPRESS

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Repress.

Repress - as a verb

Put down by force or intimidation

Example: "The government quashes any attempt of an uprising"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keep downquashreducesubduesubjugate

Impede or hinder the natural development or self-expression of

Suppress in order to conceal or hide

Example: "Smother a yawn"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mufflesmotherstiflestrangle

Put out of one's consciousness

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suppress

Block the action of

Example: "The process of repressing gene transcription"

Repress - as a noun

A record pressed again; a repressing.

Example Sentences

"She tried to repress her anger and remain calm."
"He had to repress his laughter during the serious meeting."
"The government tried to repress the protests with force."
"She discovered she had repressed memories from her childhood."
"He needed therapy to help him repress his traumatic experiences."
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Word Game Points

Is REPRESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, repress is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REPRESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is REPRESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, repress is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REPRESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is REPRESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, repress is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REPRESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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