Oppress Definition & Meaning
oppress
- verb
- come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority; "The government oppresses political activists"
- cause to suffer; "Jews were persecuted in the former Soviet Union"
"Oppress" in song lyrics
See how oppress is used in real songs:
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"I'm not impressed with those who continually oppress"
Alexipharmic — Sun -
"Suffering effects of years of oppress'"
Gravediggaz f/ Craig G. — Don't Be Afraid of the Dark -
"Before I get all dressed in greens and oppress"
Papoose f/ Big Lou, Busta Rhymes — The Last Lyricist
Words that rhyme with oppress
Usage tips for "oppress"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "oppress" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for oppress to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does oppress mean?
- come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority; "The government oppresses political activists" cause to suffer; "Jews were persecuted in the former Soviet Union"
- What part of speech is oppress?
- Oppress is a verb.
- How many definitions does oppress have?
- Oppress has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).