Latin · root
premere
to press
Words sharing this root
compressTo reduce the space occupied by something.compressA folded cloth pad held against the body to treat an injury or relieve discomfort.compressionReduction of the space or range something occupies.compressorA device reducing the volume or range occupied by something.depressTo press or bring something to a lower level.depressedVery unhappy, or reduced below a usual level.depressingCausing sadness or discouragement.depressionA sustained lowering of mood or activity.depressionA lowering below the surrounding level.depressorSomething that moves or forces another thing downward.espressoStrong coffee made by forcing hot water through finely ground coffee beans.expressTo put a thought or feeling into explicit words or other signs.expressrapid transport or delivery serviceexpressto force out liquid or air by pressureexpressionA form that conveys a thought, feeling, or meaning.expressionThe production of a gene product or manifestation of a genetic trait.expressiveClearly showing or communicating thoughts, feelings, or meaning.impressTo leave a distinct mark by pressing upon something.impressedFeeling admiration because of someone's qualities or achievements.impressionA mark left by contact with a surface.impressionA single display or delivery of an online advertisement.impressionAn imitation of someone's voice or manner, often for humor.impressiveCausing admiration or respect.imprimaturOfficial approval, especially permission to publish a religious text.imprintA durable mark made by pressure or printing.oppressto subject someone to severe hardship or unjust controloppressionCruel or unjust exercise of power over people.oppressionA feeling of being heavily burdened or distressed.oppressiveImposing a harsh and burdensome restriction.oppressorA person, group, or system that cruelly or unjustly controls others.repressTo hold back an activity or expression.repressionThe suppression of activity or expression.repressiveRestricting freedom or holding back normal activity.reprimandA formal expression of disapproval for wrongdoing, or giving such criticism.suppressTo prevent an activity from occurring or being expressed.suppressionThe act or effect of stopping or holding something back.