How to Pronounce "oppressed"
word
/əˈpɹɛst/
uh-PREST
/əpɹˈɛst/
uh-PREST
Definition
Describes people who are treated unfairly, cruelly, or controlled by others with power, making them feel powerless or suffering.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈpɹɛst/
British English
/əpɹˈɛst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-PREST
UK
uh-PREST
Listen in Context
The oppressed workers demanded better conditions.
Many people feel oppressed by unfair laws.
The history book tells the story of oppressed minorities.
He felt oppressed by the constant pressure from his family.