Repression and Subordination

Repression

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

Subordination and repression are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Subordination" instead a noun "Repression".

Subordination

Subordination noun - A bending to the authority or control of another.
Usage example: an oligarchy requires subordination by the masses to the will of a tiny elite

Repression and subordination are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Repression" instead a noun "Subordination".

How words are described

female female repression female subordination
absolute absolute repression absolute subordination
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