oppression
nounfeminine/ɔ.pɾɨˈsɐ̃w̃/medium
o·pres·são
Definition
Prolonged cruel or unjust treatment or control; a feeling of being weighed down or suffocated.
The regime was accused of oppression against minorities.
The oppression in his chest was a symptom of his anxiety.
Common collocations
political oppressionsocial oppressionfeel oppressionfight against oppression
Etymology
Do latim 'oppressione'.