Oppress Definition

oppress
verb
  1. come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority; "The government oppresses political activists"
  2. cause to suffer; "Jews were persecuted in the former Soviet Union"

"Oppress" in song lyrics

See how oppress is used in real songs:

  • "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"

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