Memory and Repression

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Memory noun - The power or process of recalling what has been previously learned or experienced.

Usage example: a photographic memory makes taking tests entirely too easy

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Repression is an antonym for memory.

Repression noun - The checking of one's true feelings and impulses when dealing with others.

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Memory is an antonym for repression.

public	public memory	public repression
strong	strong memory	strong repression
personal	personal memory	personal repression
internal	internal memory	internal repression
Other adjectives: cultural, subconscious.

Gaara has repressed all memory of this, and when Naruto reminds him demands alcohol to aid in re-repression.

Source: Fan Fic / Yet again
Self-delusion and memory repression seem to be very common coping mechanisms.

Source: Webcomic / Camp Weedonwantcha

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