repression in Russian
repression in Russian is репре́ссия, подавле́ние — repression means the use of force or authority to control or suppress people, especially their rights or freedoms.
repression in Russian
репре́ссия
Pronounced: repressiya
The act of repressing; state of being repressed.
подавле́ние
Pronounced: podavleniye
The act of repressing; state of being repressed.
подавле́ние
Pronounced: podavleniye
(psychology) The involuntary rejection from consciousness of painful or disagreeable ideas, memories, feelings, or impulses.
What does "repression" mean?
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noun The use of force or authority to control or suppress people, especially their rights or freedoms.
"The regime was known for its brutal repression of political opponents."
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noun In psychology, the unconscious pushing away of painful or unwanted thoughts and feelings.
"The therapist believed his fear stemmed from childhood repression."
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repression in a sentence
- The regime was known for its brutal repression of political opponents.
- Journalists risked arrest because of the government's repression of the free press.
- The therapist believed his fear stemmed from childhood repression.
- Psychologists say repression can hide a painful memory from your conscious mind for years.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "repression" in Russian?
"repression" in Russian is репре́ссия, подавле́ние. repression means: The use of force or authority to control or suppress people, especially their rights or freedoms.
How do you pronounce репре́ссия?
"repression" in Russian is репре́ссия, pronounced "repressiya".
How do you use "repression" in a sentence?
Example: "The regime was known for its brutal repression of political opponents." In Russian, "repression" is репре́ссия, подавле́ние.
Are there other ways to say "repression" in Russian?
Yes — Russian has 2 translations listed for "repression": репре́ссия, подавле́ние.
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