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oppressed

/ɒpˈpresd/ verb, adjective · British & US
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What does oppressed mean?

verb, adjective

To subject someone to cruel or unjust treatment or control. Feeling or showing a sense of injustice or frustration.

Example

"The oppressed workers demanded better working conditions."

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