Synonyms: suppress
Definition: reduce the incidence or severity of or stop
Usage: suppress a yawn; this drug can suppress the hemorrhage
Synonyms: inhibit, curb, conquer, stamp down, subdue, suppress
Definition: to put down by force or authority
Usage: suppress a nascent uprising; stamp down on littering; conquer one's desires
Similar words: contain, control, curb, hold, hold in, check, moderate
Definition: lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Usage: moderate your alcohol intake; hold your tongue; hold your temper; control your anger
Definition: put out of one's consciousness
Definition: dismiss from the mind; stop remembering
Usage: I tried to bury these unpleasant memories
Synonyms: inhibit, suppress, bottle up
Definition: control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior
Similar words: keep, keep back, restrain, hold back
Definition: keep under control; keep in check
Usage: suppress a smile; Keep your temper; keep your cool