repressing

[rɪˈprɛsɪŋ]

repressing Definition

• 1. holding back or restraining something
• 2. preventing the expression of emotions or desires

Using repressing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "repressing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She was repressing her anger and frustration.

• Example

  The government is accused of repressing political opposition.

• Example

  He has been repressing his true feelings for years.

• Example

  The society is repressing women's rights.

repressing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for repressing

• suppressing
• concealing
• withholding

Antonyms for repressing

• expressing
• revealing
• unleashing

Phrases with repressing

• repressed memory

  a memory of a traumatic event that has been unconsciously blocked by the mind

  Example

  Through therapy, she was able to recover her repressed memories of childhood abuse.

• repressed sexuality

  sexual desires or impulses that are not expressed or acted upon due to social or psychological factors

  Example

  Many people struggle with repressed sexuality due to cultural or religious beliefs.

• repressed emotions

  emotions that are not expressed or acknowledged due to social or psychological factors

  Example

  His repressed emotions eventually led to a mental breakdown.

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Summary: repressing in Brief

'Repressing' [rɪˈprɛsɪŋ] refers to holding back or restraining something, such as emotions or desires. It can also mean preventing the expression of something. Examples include 'She was repressing her anger and frustration,' and 'The government is accused of repressing political opposition.' Phrases like 'repressed memory' and 'repressed sexuality' denote unconscious or unexpressed experiences.