Meaning of the word repression in English
What does repression mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
repression
US /rɪˈpreʃ.ən/
UK /rɪˈpreʃ.ən/
Noun
1.
the action of subduing someone or something by force
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The government used violent repression to quell the protests.
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Years of political repression led to widespread discontent.
2.
the action of suppressing a thought, feeling, or desire in oneself so that it remains unconscious
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Psychological repression can lead to various mental health issues.
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He suffered from the repression of his childhood trauma.
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