repressed — having desires, feelings, or memories that are kept unconsciously in the mind
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having desires, feelings, or memories that are kept unconsciously in the mind
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈprest/
Example Sentences
- After years of therapy, she finally dealt with her repressed childhood trauma.
- His repressed feelings suddenly exploded like a shaken soda bottle.
- The repressed Victorian society had many unspoken rules about behavior.
repressed
ADJECTIVE[/rɪˈprest/]
having desires, feelings, or memories that are kept unconsciously in the mind
having desires, feelings, or memories that are kept unconsciously in the mind
What's repressed must be expressed to heal the stressed!
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After years of therapy, she finally dealt with her repressed childhood trauma.”
“His repressed feelings suddenly exploded like a shaken soda bottle.”
“The repressed Victorian society had many unspoken rules about behavior.”
“He was so emotionally repressed that he cried at TV commercials but not at his own wedding.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related
Want to master 19,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.