HealthJune 16, 2026

oppression

/əˈprɛʃən/

Definition

The systemic, prolonged, or unjust exercise of authority and power over people, often resulting in social, economic, or psychological hardship.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'oppressio,' meaning 'to press against.' It entered Middle English through Old French, originally describing the act of crushing or weighing down both physically and metaphorically.

In the news

In the article, the term refers to the global social injustices and structural barriers that marginalized communities face, which J.C. Hall believes hip hop can help individuals confront and process.

How J.C. Hall Is Rewriting The Rules Of Mental Health With Hip Hop Therapy

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Forbes

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