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depress

verb

/dɪˈprɛs/

Meaning

To make someone feel sad or without hope; to reduce the level or strength of something.

The gloomy weather tends to depress people.

press down

sadden, discourage, lower, weaken, deject

encourage, uplift, inspire

depress the economy, depress the price, deeply depress, depress mood

to redirect strong emotions or desires into socially acceptable activities or channels

To officially cancel or withdraw a decision, privilege, or right.

To satisfy thirst or desire.

To move or bend your body in a particular direction.

to provoke; to stir up

to rule as a king or queen; to be dominant