Suppress Meaning

There are 5 meaning(s) for word Suppress

Meaning 1 : come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority

    Synonyms : crush,  oppress
Meaning 2 : bring under control by force or authority

    Example : suppress a nascent uprising

    Synonyms : conquer,  stamp down,  subdue
Meaning 3 : consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior

    Example : suppress a smile

    Synonyms : bottle up,  inhibit
Meaning 4 : put out of one's consciousness

    Synonyms : repress
Meaning 5 : lessen to the point of stopping

    Example : suppress a yawn,this drug can suppress the hemorrhage


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