Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Represses.
Represses - as a verb
Put down by force or intimidation
Example: "The government quashes any attempt of an uprising"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keep downquashreducesubduesubjugateImpede or hinder the natural development or self-expression of
Suppress in order to conceal or hide
Example: "Smother a yawn"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mufflesmotherstiflestrangleBlock the action of
Example: "The process of repressing gene transcription"
Represses - as a noun
A record pressed again; a repressing.
Example Sentences
"She represses her anger and maintains a calm demeanor."
"He represses his emotions and refuses to show vulnerability."
"The government represses any form of dissent and restricts freedom of speech."
"She represses her traumatic experiences and avoids discussing them."
"He represses his memories of the accident and has trouble recalling the details."
Word Game Points
Is REPRESSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, represses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REPRESSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is REPRESSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, represses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREPRESSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is REPRESSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, represses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREPRESSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
