Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Oppresses.
Oppresses - as a verb
Come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority
Example: "The government oppresses political activists"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crush10suppress12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cause to suffer
Example: "Some religious groups are persecuted in some countries"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
persecute13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bedevil13crucify17dun4frustrate12rag4torment9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The dictator oppresses his people through censorship and control of the media."
"The oppressive government oppresses dissenting voices and suppresses any form of protest."
"The authoritarian regime oppresses minority groups and denies them basic human rights."
"The corrupt manager oppresses his employees by mistreating them and refusing to give them fair wages."
"In some societies, gender inequality oppresses women and restricts their opportunities for personal and professional growth."
Word Game Points
Is OPPRESSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, oppresses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OPPRESSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is OPPRESSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, oppresses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOPPRESSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is OPPRESSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, oppresses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOPPRESSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
