oppressing

UK
/əˈprɛsɪŋ/
US
/əˈprɛsɪŋ/
oppressingadjective
UK
/əˈprɛsɪŋ/
US
/əˈprɛsɪŋ/
Translations
The oppressing atmosphere in the room was unbearable.
Душная атмосфера в комнате была невыносимой.
The oppressing heat made it difficult to concentrate.
Угнетающая жара затрудняла концентрацию.
Additional translations
Definitions
Exerting harsh and authoritarian control over others.
The oppressing regime left the citizens with little freedom and many restrictions.
Causing discomfort or distress due to being overwhelming or burdensome.
The oppressing heat of the summer made it difficult to work outside.
oppressverb

oppressing

Gerund

oppressed
Past Simple
oppressed
Past Participle
oppressing
Gerund
UK
/əˈprɛs/
US
/əˈprɛs/
Translations
The long silence oppressed her.
Долгое молчание тяготило её.
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.
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.