كظم

كَظَمَ \ control: to keep steady (oneself, one’s temper, prices, etc.). repress: to keep under control (feelings, etc.); prevent (sb.) from acting naturally: She repressed her anger. He tried to repress his tears. The prisoners are repressed by the severe prison rules. stifle: to hold back and prevent (a laugh, a cry, etc.): He could hardly stifle his amusement.