oppression

/ˌɒpəˈsɛnʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of cruelly treating or exploiting people; the state of being treated cruelly or unfairly.

“The government faced accusations of oppression after the violent suppression of protests.”

Synonyms

  • exploitation
  • persecution
  • tyranny

Antonyms

  • equality
  • freedom
  • liberty