释义 |
oppress
—oppress /əˈpres/
Ⅰ verb [T often passive] (RULE) ↑Verb Endings for oppress ► F0 to govern people in an unfair and cruel way and prevent them from having opportunities and freedom: » For years now, the people have been oppressed by a ruthless dictator.Thesaurus+: ↑Ruling and governing
Ⅱ verb [T] (MAKE UNCOMFORTABLE) ↑Verb Endings for oppress ► F0 to make a person feel uncomfortable or worried, and sometimes ill: » Strange dreams and nightmares oppressed him.Thesaurus+: ↑Causing anxiety and worry , ↑Making people sad, shocked and upset |