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View synonyms for oppressor

oppressor

[ uh-pres-er ]

noun

  1. a person or group that exercises authority or power over another in a harsh and burdensome way:

    Meanwhile the oppressors, blind to the brutal and unjust practices sustaining their dominance, simply increase the level of force against any who resist.

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Other Words From

  • pre·op·pres·sor noun
  • self-op·pres·sor noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of oppressor1

First recorded in 1375–1425; oppress ( def ) + -or 2( def )

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