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| op·pres·sive [ ə préssiv ] |
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1. dominating harshly: imposing a harsh or cruel form of domination
 an oppressive regime
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2. highly stressful: exerting a worrying, troubling, or burdensome pressure on somebody
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3. stifling: so hot and humid as to make people feel tired, irritable, or sluggish
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 op·pres·sive·ly adverb |
 op·pres·sive·ness noun |
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