oppressively

[uh-pres-iv-lee]

oppressively Definition

  • 1in a manner that is cruel, harsh, or burdensome
  • 2in a manner that causes discomfort or suffocation

Using oppressively: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "oppressively" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The heat was oppressively intense.

  • Example

    The silence in the room was oppressively awkward.

  • Example

    The government's policies were oppressively restrictive.

oppressively Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for oppressively

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Summary: oppressively in Brief

'Oppressively' [uh-pres-iv-lee] describes something that is cruel, harsh, burdensome, or suffocating. It can be used to describe physical sensations like heat or emotional situations like awkward silences. For example, 'The heat was oppressively intense.'