Definition of Oppressive
Oppressive
op·pres·sive
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Weighing heavily on the mind or spirit; unjustly severe or harsh.
e.g. The oppressive regime restricted all forms of free speech and assembly.
(adjective)
harsh, burdensome, and troubling;
e.g. The organization is governed by oppressive rules and a steep hierarchy.
(adjective)
depressing or overwhelming, weighing on the senses, spirits, or mind;
e.g. An oppressive silence filled the room as each waited for the other to speak.
(adjective)
close, hot, humid, and still, used to describe unpleasant/uncomfortable weather;
e.g. It was an oppressive summer day and no one felt like doing anything.
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