oppress

B1
Pronunciation
/əˈpɹɛs/
Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To keep down by unjust force.

Example Sentences
  • The rural poor were oppressed by the land-owners.
2 Definition

To make sad or gloomy.

Example Sentences
  • We were oppressed by the constant grey skies.
3 Definition

Physically to press down on (someone) with harmful effects; to smother, crush.