Oppression
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The exercise of authority or power in a burdensome, cruel, or unjust manner. The act of oppressing, or the state of being oppressed. A feeling of being oppressed.
Example sentence: The worst government is often the most moral. One composed of cynics is often very tolerant and humane. But when fanatics are on top there is no limit to oppression.
Oppressiveness
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The characteristic of being oppressive.