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Meaning of suppressive
The primary meaning of "suppressive" is related to the action of suppressing something, especially a feeling, emotion, or activity.
Etymology of suppressive
The word "suppressive" originates from the Latin "suppressivus," which is derived from "supprimere," meaning to press down or suppress
Historically, the term has been used to describe actions or measures that restrain, inhibit, or hold back something, often in a forceful or coercive manner
Synonyms
restrictive
inhibitive
repressive
oppressive
depressive
stifling
smothering
suffocating
crushing
constraining
limiting
curbing
restraining
controlling
dominating
subduing
quelling
silencing
muzzling
gagging
censoring
prohibitive
restrictive
suppressive
inhibitory
repressive
coercive
compulsive
constraining
restrictive
limiting
oppressive
depressive
Definitions
- Serving to suppress or having the power to suppress, especially a feeling, emotion, or activity
- * Relating to or characterized by suppression, especially of a feeling, emotion, or activity
Usage Examples
- The government implemented suppressive measures to control the spread of the protest
- * The suppressive atmosphere in the office made it difficult for employees to express their opinions
- * The new policy has had a suppressive effect on the economy, limiting growth and development