Oppressive
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Oppressive [uh-pres-iv]

ADJECTIVE

ADJECTIVE

  • Burdensome

  • Causing discomfort by being excessive

Example

“The people in Arizona suffer from the oppressive heat in the summer months.”

“The oppressive laws in the country can lead to discord between the citizens and the government.”

Synonyms

Brutal, Cruel, Muggy, Onerous

Antonyms

Easy, Nice, Gentle, Mild