Downright
Downright adjective - Being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner.
Oppressive and downright are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Oppressive" instead an adjective "Downright".
Oppressive
Oppressive adjective - Difficult to endure.
Downright and oppressive are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Downright" instead an adjective "Oppressive".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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The rebel group Katharon from the second season of Mobile Suit Gundam 00 is basically fighting the good fight, standing up for the neglected (and sometimes downright oppressed) Middle Eastern countries and going against the oppressive Earth Sphere Federation.
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Most countries in Doctrine of Labyrinths seem to be run this way, ranging from more or less benevolent to downright oppressive.
Source: The Magocracy - Anti-Quebec sentiments flare up nigh-constantly over the tendency towards secession in Quebec, and the downright oppressive laws against any language but French.
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