Synonyms for

Oppress

Verb / ʌˈpres / Another word for oppress — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to keep someone down by using cruel or unjust power or authority

Synonyms & similar words

crush persecute suppress suppress repress dominate subjugate tyrannize mistreat bully intimidate persecute harass discriminate enslave exploit maltreat victimize depress stifle smother crush quell

Example sentences

  1. The mean bully would oppress the other kids on the playground.
  2. In some countries, the government would oppress people who spoke out against them.
  3. It's important to stand up for yourself when someone is trying to oppress you.
  4. The slave owners would oppress their slaves by treating them poorly and not giving them any rights.
  5. Women were oppressed for many years and did not have the same rights as men.

Quotes

  • The oppressor never voluntarily gives freedom to the oppressed. - Martin Luther King Jr.
  • “The oppressed will always believe the worst about themselves.” - Frantz Fanon
  • “The oppressed are allowed once every few years to decide which particular representatives of the oppressing class are to represent and repress them.” - Karl Marx

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