oppressed

UK
/əˈprɛst/
US
/əˈprɛst/
oppressedadjective
more oppressed
Comp.
most oppressed
Super.
UK
/əˈprɛst/
US
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Translations
The oppressed people fought for their freedom.
Угнетённые люди боролись за свою свободу.
Definitions
Subjected to harsh and authoritarian treatment.
The oppressed communities sought justice and equality.
Feeling burdened or weighed down by troubles or worries.
She felt oppressed by the constant demands of her job.
oppressednoun
oppressed
pl
UK
/əˈprɛst/
US
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Used as a collective noun referring to people subjected to oppression
Definitions
People who are subject to oppressive treatment or control.
The revolution sought to empower the oppressed.
Synonyms
the oppressed
oppressed people
oppressed ones
downtrodden masses
subjugated people
oppressverb

oppressed

Past Simple

oppressed
Past Simple
oppressed
Past Participle
oppressing
Gerund
UK
/əˈprɛs/
US
/əˈprɛs/
Translations
The regime continued to oppress the minority groups, denying them basic rights and freedoms.
Режим продолжал угнетать группы меньшинств, лишая их основных прав и свобод.
The government was accused of using laws to oppress its citizens.
Правительство обвиняли в использовании законов для притеснения своих граждан.
The long silence oppressed her.
Долгое молчание тяготило её.
Additional translations
тиранитьразговорное
Definitions
To keep someone in subservience and hardship, especially by the unjust exercise of authority.
The regime continued to oppress the minority groups, denying them basic rights and freedoms.
To cause someone to feel distressed, anxious, or uncomfortable.
The heavy workload began to oppress him, leading to sleepless nights and constant worry.