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suppress vs still

still vs suppress

suppress is not a noun while still is a noun.

suppress is not an adjective while still is an adjective.

suppress and still both are verbs.

suppress is not an adverb while still is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
suppress No No Yes No
still Yes Yes Yes Yes
As verbs, still is a hyponym of suppress; that is, still is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than suppress:
  • suppress: bring under control by force or authority
  • still: cause to be quiet or not talk
suppress (noun) still (noun)
an apparatus used for the distillation of liquids; consists of a vessel in which a substance is vaporized by heat and a condenser where the vapor is condensed
a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes)
a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation
(poetic) tranquil silence
suppress (adjective) still (adjective)
not sparkling
used of pictures; of a single or static photograph not presented so as to create the illusion of motion; or representing objects not capable of motion
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
marked by absence of sound
not in physical motion
free from noticeable current
suppress (verb) still (verb)
bring under control by force or authority cause to be quiet or not talk
lessen to the point of stopping make motionless
put out of one's consciousness make calm or still
consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior lessen the intensity of or calm
come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority
suppress (adverb) still (adverb)
to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons
with reference to action or condition; without change, interruption, or cessation
without moving or making a sound
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
Difference between suppress and still

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