Downtrodden (adjective)

Subjected to oppression, abuse, or harsh treatment; oppressed and abused.

Origin:

Mid 19th century: from down + trodden, past participle of tread.

Examples:

1. The downtrodden people lived in poverty and faced discrimination on a daily basis.
2. The downtrodden workers were exploited and forced to work long hours for low wages.
3. The downtrodden communities were struggling to survive, with few opportunities for education or employment.
4. The downtrodden minority group faced frequent violence and persecution.
5. The downtrodden refugees were seeking asylum and a better life, far from the war and poverty they had fled.