Repressive (Adjective)
Meaning
Restrictive of action; "a repressive regime"; "an overly strict and inhibitory discipline".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The government's repressive policies towards freedom of speech sparked widespread protests among the population.
- Her parents' repressive attitude towards her interests stifled her creativity and independence.
- The teacher's repressive behavior in the classroom made students fearful of expressing their opinions.
- Some critics argue that the country's repressive laws are designed to maintain the ruling party's power.
- The novelist portrayed a repressive society in her book, where individuals were discouraged from questioning authority.