오늘의 단어 : suppress, restrain, selective, discern

"suppress":

1. Word Definition:
   • Verb: To forcibly put an end to something; to restrain, prevent, or inhibit.
   • Verb: To consciously hold back or control certain thoughts, feelings, or actions.
2. Synonyms:
   • Repress
   • Quash
   • Inhibit
   • Subdue
   • Control
   Antonyms:
   • Promote
   • Encourage
   • Allow
   • Release
   • Express
3.  Sentences:
   1. The government attempted to suppress the protest, leading to clashes with demonstrators.
   2. It's important to find healthy ways to suppress stress rather than letting it build up.
   3. The teacher had to suppress laughter when a student made an unintentionally humorous comment.
   4. Some cultures may suppress certain emotions as a societal norm.
   5. The medication is designed to suppress the symptoms of the allergy and provide relief.

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"restrain":

1. Word Definition:
   • Verb: To prevent someone or something from doing a particular action; to hold back, control, or limit.
2. Synonyms:
   • Hold back
   • Check
   • Control
   • Limit
   • Constrain
   Antonyms:
   • Allow
   • Permit
   • Encourage
   • Release
   • Unleash
3. Example Sentences:
   1. The police officer had to restrain the crowd during the chaotic situation.
   2. It's essential to restrain one's impulses in professional settings to maintain decorum.
   3. The manager had to restrain his excitement until the official announcement was made.
   4. The dog owner used a leash to restrain the energetic puppy during walks.
   5. Despite the provocation, she managed to restrain herself from responding angrily.

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"selective":

1. Word Definition:
   • Adjective: Characterized by careful and deliberate choices; having a preference for certain things over others.
   • Adjective: Involving the process of choosing or picking from a variety of options.
2. Synonyms:
   • Discerning
   • Choosy
   • Discriminating
   • Picky
   • Careful
   Antonyms:
   • Indiscriminate
   • Unselective
   • Random
   • Nonchalant
   • Unbiased
3. Example Sentences:
   1. His selective taste in literature led him to explore classic works of fiction.
   2. The restaurant had a selective menu featuring only the finest ingredients.
   3. She was selective about her friends, preferring quality over quantity.
   4. The university has a selective admissions process, accepting only a small percentage of applicants.
   5. The artist's selective use of color conveyed a specific mood in the painting.

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"discern":

1. Word Definition:
   • Verb: To perceive or recognize something with clarity and understanding, often involving keen insight or judgment.
2. Synonyms:
   • Perceive
   • Recognize
   • Detect
   • Identify
   • Distinguish
   Antonyms:
   • Overlook
   • Miss
   • Ignore
   • Neglect
   • Disregard
3. Example Sentences:
   1. With her sharp eyesight, she could discern the smallest details in the distance.
   2. It took a moment for him to discern the hidden message in the cryptic note.
   3. The detective was trained to discern subtle clues that others might overlook.
   4. As an experienced art critic, she could discern the artist's style from a single brushstroke.
   5. The wise teacher could discern the potential in each student, even when they doubted themselves.