oppress
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/əˈpres/
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/əˈpres/
to treat someone cruelly and unfairly, especially by taking away their freedom or rights
The government uses its power to oppress people who disagree with its policies.
政府利用其權力來壓迫那些不同意其政策的人。
to make someone feel very sad, worried, or hopeless
The constant bad news began to oppress her, making it hard to stay positive.
持續不斷的壞消息開始讓她感到壓抑,使她難以保持積極心態。