🗳️ap comparative government review

Repression

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Repression refers to the act of suppressing or controlling individuals or groups through the use of force, intimidation, or restrictions on their rights and freedoms.