Learn why “suppress” is spelled with double p and double s.
Incorrect spelling - “Supress” is a common misspelling missing one 'p'.
"supress" is a common misspelling of "suppress". Always use "suppress" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Suppress” means to stop, control, or prevent something from happening.
"suppress": “Suppress” means to stop, control, or prevent something from happening.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" The police tried to suppress the riot.
"Correct:" She could not suppress her laughter.
"Correct:" The drug helps suppress symptoms.
"Incorrect:" The police tried to supress the riot.
"Incorrect:" She could not supress her laughter.
A: Suppress.
A: No.
A: To stop or prevent something.
A: She tried to suppress her emotions.
A: Remember: 'sup' + 'press' = suppress.
""Suppress" is correct; 'supress' is a frequent misspelling. Means to prevent or restrain something."