oppression; tyranny; despotism
Refers to oppressive rule or governance that suppresses freedom, often used in political or historical contexts.
The people were suffering under oppression.
Tyranny continued in that country for many years.
oppressive; despotic
oppressor; tyrant
Compound of 圧 (pressure, oppression) and 制 (control, system). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination naturally conveys oppressive control.