verb · Medium SAT word

    Repress

    keep back; put down by force or intimidation

    Repress in a sentence

    She tried to repress her angry feelings yesterday.

    Synonyms for repress

    Antonyms for repress

    • express
    • release
    • allow

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    Vocabulary like repress appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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