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tyrant

noun

ty·​rant ˈtī-rənt How to pronounce tyrant (audio)
1
a
: an absolute ruler unrestrained by law or constitution
b
: a usurper of sovereignty
2
a
: a ruler who exercises absolute power oppressively or brutally
b
: one resembling an oppressive ruler in the harsh use of authority or power

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What makes someone a tyrant?

A glance at the comments posted in response to our definition of tyrant illustrate two things: the word has a fairly wide spectrum of meaning, and many political rulers of late (regardless of party and action) are thought by some to merit this description. The word is often now found used as a generalized term of reproach ("he was a real tyrant in the kitchen"), and also with more specific denotation ("the tyrant suspended the country’s judicial code"). The definitions we give for words match, as best as possible, the manner in which these words are used. We cannot offer judgment on whether or not any specific individual is or is not a tyrant.

Synonyms

Example Sentences

Our boss is a real tyrant. the people universally feared the tyrant, who was notorious for his frequent use of torture
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Word History

Etymology

Middle English tyraunt, from Anglo-French tyran, tyrant, from Latin tyrannus, from Greek tyrannos

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of tyrant was in the 14th century

Phrases Containing tyrant

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