Oppression Definition
ə-prĕshən
noun
The action of oppressing; arbitrary and cruel exercise of power.
A system of oppression.
American Heritage
An oppressing or being oppressed.
Webster's New World
A thing that oppresses.
Webster's New World
A feeling of being weighed down, as with worries or problems; physical or mental distress.
Webster's New World
The action of oppressing; arbitrary and cruel exercise of power.
A system of oppression.
American Heritage
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