VocabJLPT N2
suppression
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. gaining total control (of people or counties)
  2. 2. suppression
This noun and verb (する) means to suppress, subdue, or bring something under control by force. It is used in military or law enforcement contexts to describe overpowering an enemy or quelling a disturbance.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A store clerk taking down a robber at a late-night convenience store — that's incredible!

Sentence 2

A witness testified that "it was over in an instant."

Sentence 3

Please avoid making statements in negotiations that are meant to overpower the other party.

Sentence 4

Is the goal of that acquisition to gain control over the entire industry?

Sentence 5

"Conquer that country and take its resources" — he said it sarcastically.