Suppress

Pronunciation: /səˈprɛs/

Suppress (verb)

  1. To stop something from happening or being seen.
  2. To control your feelings so they do not show.
  3. To use force to stop a protest or rebellion.

Examples

  • The government tried to suppress the spread of the virus.
  • Efforts were made to suppress the noise from the construction site.

Common collocations: suppress a fire, suppress a rebellion, suppress feelings, suppress a smile, suppress a demonstration

Synonyms of Suppress

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Suppress

  • — When discussing promoting or supporting actions or emotions.
  • — When discussing letting go or freeing something.