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oppressively

/ɒpˈrɛsɪvli/ adverb · British & US
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What does oppressively mean?

adverb

Used to describe something that is done or felt in a way that is unpleasantly intense or overwhelming; extremely hot or oppressive.

Example

"The heat was oppressively humid, making it hard to breathe."

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