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 downquash17reduce9subdue9subjugate19Impede or hinder the natural development or self-expression of
Suppress in order to conceal or hide
Example: "Smother a yawn"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
muffle14smother12stifle9strangle9Block 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."
Word Game Points
Is REPRESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, repress is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordREPRESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is REPRESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, repress is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREPRESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
