oppressor

UK
/əˈprɛsə/
US
/əˈprɛsɚ/
oppressornoun
oppressors
pl
UK
/əˈprɛsə/
US
/əˈprɛsɚ/
Translations
The dictator was known as a ruthless oppressor who silenced any form of dissent.
Le dictateur était connu comme un oppresseur impitoyable qui réduisait au silence toute forme de dissidence.
Definitions
A person or group that exercises authority or power over others in a burdensome, cruel, or unjust manner.
The dictator was known as a ruthless oppressor who silenced any form of dissent.
oppressoradjective
more oppressor
Comp.
most oppressor
Super.
UK
/əˈprɛs.ə/
US
/əˈprɛs.ɚ/
Used attributively as a noun modifier; generally non-gradable.
Translations
oppresseurEmploi attributif ou apposé; s’accorde selon le nom qu’il qualifie.
The oppressor regime was eventually overthrown.
Le régime oppresseur a finalement été renversé.
Definitions
Attributive: relating to, characteristic of, or belonging to an oppressor; oppressive.
The oppressor regime was eventually overthrown.