oppress (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /əˈpres/
Definition
To keep down by unjust or cruel exercise of authority or power.
Examples
The government's new laws began to oppress the minority population.
She felt that her boss was oppressing her by giving her impossible deadlines.
Throughout history, many groups have fought against those who sought to oppress them.
How to Use oppress
- oppress someone (prepositional phrase)
- To treat someone cruelly or unjustly. — "The dictator was known for oppressing his rivals."
- oppress a group (prepositional phrase)
- To subject a group of people to harsh or cruel treatment. — "The laws were designed to oppress the working class."
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