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tyrannical

adjective
/tɪˈrænɪkəl/

Meaning

exercising power in a cruel or arbitrary way

Example Sentences

The tyrannical ruler silenced all opposition.

Example Expressions

tyrannical rule

Synonyms

oppressive, dictatorial, authoritarian, despotic

Antonyms

democratic, fair, just

Collocations

tyrannical rule, tyrannical government, tyrannical behavior

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