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suppression

noun

/səˈprɛʃən/

Meaning

the act of forcibly stopping something or holding back feelings or actions

The suppression of free speech led to protests.

emotional suppression

control, restraint, repression, stifling, censorship

freedom, expression, encouragement

political suppression, suppression of evidence, suppression of dissent

A nation or territory considered as an organized political community under one government.

A difficult or unpleasant situation; hardship, misfortune.

The ability to remain steady in the face of prolonged hardship or adversity

a small oval fruit with a hard pit, typically green or black, used for eating or making oil

The state of being damaged or weakened; a disability or handicap.

A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, leading to weakness, gum disease, and bleeding.