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Oppression

noun
/əˈpreʃ.ən/

Meaning

cruel or unjust treatment or exercise of authority; the state of being subject to harsh treatment

Example Sentences

The people fought against political oppression.

Synonyms

persecution, tyranny, subjugation, cruelty

Antonyms

freedom, liberation, justice, fairness

Collocations

political oppression, fight oppression, end oppression

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