CEFR C1

suppression

noun

Meaning

The act of stopping something by force, preventing its development, or holding back a feeling or action.

Examples

The violent suppression of dissent led to widespread international condemnation.
She found it difficult to maintain the suppression of her laughter during the serious meeting.

Synonyms: restraint, repression, quelling, subjugation

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suppression (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /səˈprɛʃən/

Definition

The act of stopping something by force, preventing its development, or holding back a feeling or action.

Examples

The violent suppression of dissent led to widespread international condemnation.
She found it difficult to maintain the suppression of her laughter during the serious meeting.
Technological advancements often face initial suppression from established industries.

How to Use suppression

suppression of (prepositional phrase): The act of stopping or holding back something. — "The suppression of free speech is a serious concern in many countries."
data suppression (collocation): The intentional withholding or removal of data. — "Concerns were raised about data suppression in the scientific report."

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