suppress
/səˈpres/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6175 in the learning path
抑制；忍住
Definitions
v. To prevent a feeling or physical reaction from being expressed.
抑制；忍住
v. To stop an activity or opposition, often using force.
镇压；压制
v. To prevent information from becoming known or being published.
隐瞒；禁止发表
Example
I tried to suppress a sneeze during the concert.
音乐会期间，我努力忍住了一个喷嚏。
Attempts to suppress scientific findings can undermine public trust and delay effective responses to environmental problems.
试图隐瞒科学发现会损害公众信任，并延误对环境问题的有效应对。
Collocations
- suppress a smile
- suppress information
- suppress opposition
- suppress appetite
Word family
- suppression (n.)
- suppressant (n.)
- suppressive (adj.)
Synonyms
- restrain
- stifle
Antonyms
- express
- reveal
Usage tip
及物动词，直接接情绪、反应、活动或信息。
FAQ
- What does suppress mean?
- To prevent a feeling or physical reaction from being expressed. To stop an activity or opposition, often using force. To prevent information from becoming known or being published.
- How is suppress pronounced?
- UK /səˈpres/, US /səˈpres/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
