oppression

noun

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: op-pres-sion (3)

English Definition

Prolonged cruel or unjust treatment or control.

Example Sentence

The people fought against the oppression of the dictatorial government.

US IPA /Ι™ΛˆpreΚƒn/
UK IPA /Ι™ΛˆpreΚƒn/