Meaning of the word repressed in English

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repressed

US /rɪˈprest/
UK /rɪˈprest/

Adjective

1.

characterized by repression, especially of feelings or desires

Example:
He had a lot of repressed anger from his childhood.
Her repressed emotions eventually led to a breakdown.
2.

(of a person) having feelings or desires that are not expressed

Example:
He was a very quiet and repressed individual.
She felt repressed in her conservative upbringing.