Oppressed
Pronunciation: /əˈprɛst/
Oppressed (adjective)
- People who are treated badly and denied their rights or freedom.
- Feeling weighed down by difficult situations or harsh conditions.
Examples
- Many people feel oppressed by unjust laws.
- She felt oppressed by her responsibilities at work.
Common collocations: oppressed group, oppressed people, oppressed spirit, oppressed mind