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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

The people fought against political oppression.

persecution, tyranny, subjugation, cruelty

freedom, liberation, justice, fairness

political oppression, fight oppression, end oppression

a wild animal's lair or home; a small, comfortable room; a place for illegal activities

A green or bluish deposit that forms on copper, brass, or bronze surfaces due to oxidation.

The rounded seed capsule of plants such as cotton or flax.

A substance that may prevent or delay some types of cell damage.

a set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of the ingredients required

a container with flat sides and a lid, used for storing or carrying things