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Definition oppress in British English

oppress verb

[transitive] verb
/əˈpres/
1

to treat people who are less powerful in an unfair and cruel way

Example

Trade unionists had been ruthlessly oppressed during the dictatorship.

Synonyms and related words
abuse mistreat oppress prey on discriminate oppress
2

to make someone feel very worried or unhappy

Synonyms and related words
upset wound disturb worry concern tear apart
Definition oppress in British English