Words Related To Oppression

verb to make someone a slave; to dominate or control someone in a cruel or oppressive way

• The dictator sought to enslave his people through oppressive laws and regulations.
• I feel like my job is starting to enslave me with all the overtime and extra responsibilities.
• Don't let your fear enslave you into making decisions you'll regret.
• The addictive nature of social media can easily enslave our attention and time.

verb to suppress, restrain, or stop something from happening

• The government's strict regulations stifled innovation in the industry.
• The overbearing rules really stifled our creativity.
• The constant micromanaging stifled our vibe.
• Her fear of failure stifled her dreams and ambitions.

noun the action of bringing someone or something under domination or control

• The subjugation of the indigenous people was a dark chapter in our country's history.
• The subjugation of that team in the finals was unexpected.
• The subjugation of that new video game is so addicting.
• She felt a sense of subjugation in her relationship, always having to put his needs above her own.

noun a state of not being free; lack of freedom or liberty

• The concept of unfreedom has been a topic of philosophical debate for centuries.
• Living under unfreedom can feel suffocating and limiting.
• Being stuck in unfreedom is like being in a never-ending prison.
• Embracing unfreedom is like willingly putting chains on your own potential.