Repression Synonyms

31 repression synonyms include suppression, quelling, quashing, subduing, crushing, squashing, stamping out, squelching, oppression, and subjugation. Repression is a noun, and its antonyms are freedom and liberty. Here are some additional synonyms for "repression" with example sentences.

Another word for Repression

31 other ways to say repression.

1. suppression

  • tyranny  
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  • suppression  
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  • subjugation  
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  • subjection  
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  • subduing  
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  • stamping out  
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  • squelching  
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  • squashing  
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  • quelling  
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  • quashing  
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  • oppression
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  • domination  
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  • dictatorship  
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  • despotism  
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  • crushing  
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  • censorship  
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  • authoritarianism  
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2. restraint

  • suppression  
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  • stifling  
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  • smothering  
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  • restraint  
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  • restraining  
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  • keeping under control  
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  • keeping in check  
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  • keeping back  
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  • inhibition  
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  • holding back  
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  • frustration  
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  • control  
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  • bottling up  
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  • biting back  
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Use repression in a Sentence

Emotional repression can lead to mental health issues.

Fear led to repression of their true feelings.

He experienced repression throughout his childhood.

Psychological repression can occur unconsciously.

repression of creativity can hinder innovation.

She struggled with the repression of painful memories.

The regime used violence for political repression.