oppressive
opp
ˈəp
ēp
re
re
ssive
sɪv
siv
British pronunciation
/əpɹˈɛsɪv/

Definition und Bedeutung von „oppressive“ im Englischen

oppressive
01

unterdrückerisch, tyrannisch

having an unfair or harsh control over others, often involving cruelty or severe restrictions
example
Beispiele
The oppressive government regime suppressed freedom of speech.
Das unterdrückerische Regierungsregime unterdrückte die Meinungsfreiheit.
The oppressive rules and regulations stifled creativity in the workplace.
Die unterdrückerischen Regeln und Vorschriften erstickten die Kreativität am Arbeitsplatz.
02

unterdrückend, erdrückend

weighing heavily on the senses or spirit
03

drückend, schwül

(of weather) uncomfortably hot, humid, or heavy, making it difficult to feel at ease
example
Beispiele
The oppressive heat made it hard to stay outdoors for long.
Die drückende Hitze machte es schwer, lange im Freien zu bleiben.
They canceled the hike due to the oppressive weather conditions.
Sie haben die Wanderung wegen der drückenden Wetterbedingungen abgesagt.

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