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REPRESSIVE

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Restrictive of action

Example:

an overly strict and inhibitory discipline

Synonyms:

inhibitory; repressing; repressive

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

restrictive (serving to restrict)

Derivation:

repress (put down by force or intimidation)

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