oppression
/əˈpreʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6767 in the learning path
压迫；压制
Definitions
n. Cruel or unfair control that denies people freedom and rights.
压迫；压制
Example
Her grandparents told stories about life under oppression.
她的祖父母讲述了在压迫下生活的往事。
Independent courts play a vital role in protecting vulnerable groups from oppression and defending basic freedoms.
独立的法院在保护弱势群体免受压迫、捍卫基本自由方面发挥着重要作用。
Collocations
- political oppression
- resist oppression
- freedom from oppression
Word family
- oppress (v.)
- oppressive (adj.)
- oppressed (adj.)
- oppressor (n.)
Synonyms
- tyranny
Antonyms
- liberation
Usage tip
通常为不可数名词；动词是oppress。
FAQ
- What does oppression mean?
- Cruel or unfair control that denies people freedom and rights.
- How is oppression pronounced?
- UK /əˈpreʃən/, US /əˈpreʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
