repressed (Meaning)

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repressed (s)

characterized by or showing the suppression of impulses or emotions

Her repressed childhood memories resurfaced during the therapy session.
The repressed emotions manifested as physical symptoms, such as headaches and stomachaches.
She had always been a quiet and withdrawn child, repressing her true feelings.
The incident had been so traumatic that he repressed the details, only remembering fragments.
The therapist helped her to access and process her repressed memories.
The repressed conflict between the siblings led to constant tension in the family.
The repressed anger and resentment had been simmering beneath the surface for years.
The police officer's repressed fear prevented him from acting decisively in the dangerous situation.
The repressed memories of the abuse gradually emerged, bringing both pain and liberation.
The repressed desires and aspirations that had been buried deep within her began to stir.

characterized by or showing the suppression of impulses or emotions

muted, conservative, quiet, restrained, subdued, becoming, low-keyed, low-key, handsome, modest

swank, swanky, flaring,loud, gaudy, noisy, flaring, ostentatious, swanky, ostentatious

Her repressed childhood memories resurfaced during the therapy session.

The repressed emotions manifested as physical symptoms, such as headaches and stomachaches.

She had always been a quiet and withdrawn child, repressing her true feelings.

The incident had been so traumatic that he repressed the details, only remembering fragments.