Definition of oppresses

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  • oppresses is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • oppresses is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
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Definition of oppresses

  • come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority (verb)

    Examples

    1. The government oppresses political activists

    Synonyms

    1. crush
    2. suppress
  • cause to suffer (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. persecute

See definition of oppresses in Merriam Webster