oppress
//əˈprɛs//
Verb
oppressInfinitive
oppressPresent tense
oppressedPast tense
oppressedPast participle
oppressingPresent participle
oppressesThird-person singular
1
To keep someone in subjection and hardship, especially by the unjust exercise of authority or power.
The dictator oppressed the people for many years.
2
To cause someone to feel distressed, anxious, or uncomfortable; to weigh heavily on the mind or spirit.
The humid weather oppressed her, making it hard to concentrate.