Noun Definition

oppression

1.Definition: a feeling of being oppressed

Related Noun(s):oppressiveness

Category: Feelings

2.Definition: the act of subjugating by cruelty

"The tyrant's oppression of the people"

Related Noun(s):subjugation

Category: General

3.Definition: the state of being kept down by unjust use of force or authority:

"After years of oppression they finally revolted"

Category: General