Como Pronunciar "suppressive"

word

səˈpɹɛs

suh-PRES-iv

səpɹˈɛsɪv

suh-PRES-iv

Definição

Having the ability to stop, hold back, or control something, often used to describe actions or substances that reduce or prevent activity, expression, or disease.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

səˈpɹɛs

Inglês Britânico

səpɹˈɛsɪv

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

suh-PRES-iv

Ouça em Contexto

The doctor recommended a suppressive treatment for her condition.

This medicine has suppressive effects on the immune system.

Some plants produce suppressive chemicals to protect themselves from insects.

He was worried about the suppressive atmosphere at work—nobody felt comfortable speaking up.