1. treating people in a cruel or unfair way, especially by not giving them the same freedom, rights, or opportunities as other people
Usage: present participle of oppress
2. making someone feel distressed or anxious
Usage: present participle of oppress

Examples

• The dictator was oppressing his people through harsh laws.
• They accused the government of oppressing minority groups.
• The heavy workload was oppressing the students.
• She felt the heat oppressing her as she walked outside.
• The company was oppressing workers with unfair labor practices.
• Dark thoughts were oppressing his mind all day.
• The regime continued oppressing political dissidents.