tyranny
tyranny definition
tyr·anny (tir′ə nē)
noun pl. tyrannies -·nies
- the office, authority, government, or jurisdiction of a tyrant, or absolute ruler
- oppressive and unjust government; despotism
- very cruel and unjust use of power or authority
- harshness; rigor; severity
- a tyrannical act
Etymology: ME tirannie < OFr < ML tyrannia < Gr
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