oppressive
/əˈprɛsɪv/
op · pres · sive
ə · ˈprɛs · ɪv
English Definition
adj. causing discomfort or hardship
Significado en Español
opresivo, agobiante
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
áp bức, ngột ngạt
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “oppressive”:
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A
harsh
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B
liberating
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C
freeing
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D
comforting
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A — harsh.
“oppressive” means adj. causing discomfort or hardship
Common questions about “oppressive”
What does “oppressive” mean?
oppressive — adj. causing discomfort or hardship. In Chinese: 压迫的，沉重的.
How do you pronounce “oppressive”?
oppressive is pronounced /əˈprɛsɪv/. It breaks into 3 syllables: op · pres · sive.
Is “oppressive” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. oppressive appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
