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    Opresión (en. Oppression)

    /o.pɾeˈsjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Oppression can refer to the cruelty or injustice exercised over a group.
    The oppression of indigenous peoples has been a recurring theme in history.
    La opresión de los pueblos indígenas ha sido un tema recurrente en la historia.
    Feeling of suffering under severe or unjust pressure.
    The oppression felt under a dictatorial regime is overwhelming.
    La opresión que se siente en un régimen dictatorial es abrumadora.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'oppressio', which means 'to oppress', derived from 'opprimere'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to live under oppression
    To suffer injustices and limitations on personal freedom.
    vivir bajo opresión
    systemic oppression
    A type of oppression that manifests through policies or social structures.
    opresión sistemática

    Related Words

    oppressed
    A person who suffers the effects of oppression.
    oprimido
    oppressor
    The one who exerts oppression over others.
    opresor

    Slang Meanings

    Difficult living conditions due to external circumstances.
    In that neighborhood, oppression is visible in the lack of opportunities.
    En ese barrio, la opresión es visible en la falta de oportunidades.
    Mistreatment or abuse by someone in a position of power.
    The boss exercised oppression over his employees, constantly threatening them.
    El jefe ejercía opresión sobre sus empleados, amenazándolos constantemente.