Supil (en. Repress)

su-pil

Synonyms

To dominate or lead a person or group through intimidation or bullying.

Our boss really dominates everyone, nobody wants to talk to the other departments.

Yung boss namin, supil na supil ang mga tao sa kanya, ayaw makipag-usap sa ibang departments.

A person returns home without joy, due to fear or intimidation.

He goes home feeling completely subdued, as if he doesn’t want to go back.

Supil na supil na siya sa bahay, parang ayaw na niyang umuwi.

Experiencing little to no personal freedom, always being reprimanded or prevented from doing what one wants.

She is totally suppressed in their relationship, she has no say anymore.

Supil na supil siya sa relasyon nila, wala na siyang sariling desisyon.