How to Pronounce "suppressant"
word
səˈpɹɛsənt
suh-PRES-uhnt
səpɹˈɛsənt
suh-PRES-uhnt
Definition
A suppressant is a substance, especially a medicine, that stops or reduces an unwanted activity, like coughing or appetite.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˈpɹɛsənt
British English
səpɹˈɛsənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-PRES-uhnt
UK
suh-PRES-uhnt
Listen in Context
He took a suppressant to stop his cough.
The doctor recommended an appetite suppressant.
This medication acts as a suppressant for allergic reactions.
Cough suppressants are available at any pharmacy without a prescription.