oppression-accepting
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/əˈprɛʃən əˈsɛptɪŋ/
enduring oppression
Etymology
Etymology Information
'oppression-accepting' originates from the combination of 'oppression' and 'accepting', where 'oppression' meant 'prolonged cruel or unjust treatment' and 'accepting' meant 'willing to tolerate or endure'.
Historical Evolution
'oppression' changed from the Old French word 'oppression' and eventually became the modern English word 'oppression'. 'Accepting' evolved from the Latin word 'acceptare', meaning 'to take or receive'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'oppression' meant 'to press against', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'prolonged cruel or unjust treatment'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/02/19 03:05
