oppression

Meanings

• noun

  The exercise of authority or power over any person or people collectively, especially in a cruel or unjust manner.

  - "The oppression of the poor by the rich is a major social issue."
  - "The oppression of women has been a persistent problem throughout history."

• noun

  The state of being oppressed.

  - "The oppressed often have no voice in society."
  - "Many people have suffered under the oppression of authoritarian regimes."

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈpɹɛʃən/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with oppression
suppression , impression , expression

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Variants

List of all variants of oppression that leads to same result
oppression , oppressions

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'oppressio' meaning 'pressure' or 'crushing'.

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Trivia

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1. Oppression is often used to describe the treatment of minority groups or the power dynamics between different social classes.

2. The term 'oppression' was first used in English in the 14th century.

3. The concept of oppression has been explored in various philosophical and political theories, including Marxism, feminism, and critical race theory.

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Related Concepts

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1. Discrimination: Oppression often involves discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or other factors.

2. Colonialism: Colonialism is a form of oppression in which one country dominates and exploits another.

3. Slavery: Slavery is a form of oppression in which one person owns another and can force them to work.

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Culture

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Oppression has been a significant theme in literature, art, and music, often used to explore social injustices and power dynamics. In literature, works such as '1984' by George Orwell and 'Brave New World' by Aldous Huxley explore themes of government oppression. In art, works such as 'The Scream' by Edvard Munch and 'The Wall' by Ai Weiwei depict the emotional toll of oppression. In music, songs such as 'Strange Fruit' by Billie Holiday and 'The House of the Rising Sun' by The Animals deal with themes of oppression and suffering.

How to Memorize "oppression"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person or group being crushed under the weight of power and authority. Visualize the emotional and physical toll this takes on them.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'oppression' with words like 'power', 'authority', 'injustice', and 'suffering'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Oppressive Power Suffers' to remember the meaning of oppression.

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