Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
under-the-jackboot
idiomatic expression
/ˌʌndər ðə ˈdʒækˌbut/
Definition
Being under the oppressive control of a powerful force or authority.
Examples
- The citizens felt as if they were living under-the-jackboot of a ruthless regime.
- Artistic expression was stifled under-the-jackboot, leading to a cultural drought.
Meaning
This phrase describes a situation where individuals or groups are subjected to harsh or tyrannical governance, often implying a lack of freedom and personal autonomy.
Synonyms
- oppressed
- tyrannized
- subjugated
- dominated
