oppressiveness

🇺🇸 /əˈpresɪvnəs/ 🇬🇧 /əˈpresɪvnəs/
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noun
R

Cruel and unfair treatment by a government that takes away people's freedom and rights.

The oppressiveness of the regime made life difficult for its citizens.

R

Very hot and uncomfortable weather with no fresh air.

The oppressiveness of the summer heat made it hard to breathe.

R

A situation or relationship that makes you feel sad and worried.

The oppressiveness of her work environment led to her decision to quit.

translation

n. Cruel and unfair treatment by a government that takes away people's freedom and rights.; Very hot and uncomfortable weather with no fresh air.; A situation or relationship that makes you feel sad and worried.

Word Forms

Plural oppressivenesses