Supressed vs. Suppressed — What's the Difference?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Published on September 19, 2023
"Supressed" is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is "suppressed," meaning to forcibly put an end to or prevent.
Which is correct: Supressed or Suppressed
How to spell Suppressed?
Supressed
Incorrect Spelling
Suppressed
Correct Spelling
Difference Between Supressed and Suppressed
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Key Differences
Associate "suppress" with "pressure," both having two 'p's.
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Remember "press" is in the middle of "suppressed."
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Visualize pressing down on something twice.
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"Suppressed" has two 'p's and two 's's.
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Relate "suppressed" to "repressed" which also has two 'p's.
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Definitions
Suppressed
Prevented from being revealed or expressed.
The news was suppressed by the government.
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Suppressed
Hindered from a usual course or regulated activity.
Appetite can be suppressed by certain drugs.
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Prevented from continuing or being in force.
The uprising was quickly suppressed.
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Suppressed
Stopped or reduced in intensity or prominence.
The virus was suppressed with medication.
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Suppressed
To put an end to forcibly; subdue
Suppress a rebellion. See Usage Note at repress.
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Suppressed
To curtail or prohibit the activities of
Suppress dissident groups.
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Suppressed
To keep from being revealed, published, or circulated
Suppress evidence.
Suppress a film.
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To deliberately exclude (unacceptable desires or thoughts) from the mind.
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Suppressed
To restrain the growth, activity, or release of
Suppress a virus.
Suppress a hemorrhage.
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Suppressed
Held in check with difficulty;
A smothered cough
A stifled yawn
A strangled scream
Suppressed laughter
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FAQs
Why is it called suppressed?
It originates from Latin "suppressus," meaning to press down or restrain, indicating a forceful action to stop something.
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What is the singular form of suppressed?
Suppressed (it's an adjective and doesn't have singular/plural forms like nouns).
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Is suppressed a negative or positive word?
Generally negative, indicating restraint or prevention.
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What is the plural form of suppressed?
Not applicable as "suppressed" is an adjective.
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Which conjunction is used with suppressed?
Any conjunction can be used, depending on the context.
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Which preposition is used with suppressed?
"By" as in "suppressed by the authorities."
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Which article is used with suppressed?
Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on context.
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Is suppressed a vowel or consonant?
"Suppressed" is a word and contains both vowels and consonants.
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Is suppressed a noun or adjective?
Suppressed is primarily an adjective, but it's also the past participle of the verb "suppress."
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Is the suppressed term a metaphor?
Not in itself, but can be used metaphorically.
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Which determiner is used with suppressed?
Determiners like "the" or "his" can be used, depending on context.
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What part of speech is suppressed?
It is primarily an adjective, and also the past participle of the verb "suppress."
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How is suppressed used in a sentence?
"The government suppressed any form of protest."
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Author Spotlight
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Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content editor at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
