oppressive

régime oppressif

describes a government that rules in a cruel and unfair way

describes extreme and uncomfortable heat, often with high humidity

système oppressif

describes a social or political system that is unjust and restrictive

décrit un système social ou politique injuste et restrictif

atmosphère oppressante

describes a heavy and tense feeling in a place

décrit une sensation lourde et tendue dans un lieu

silence oppressant

describes a silence that is uncomfortable or threatening