tyrannical
Pronunciation: /təˈrænəkəl/
The English word “tyrannical” has 2 meanings listed here.
adjective
- Of, or relating to tyranny or a tyrant.
- Despotic, oppressive, or authoritarian.
Etymology
From Latin tyrannicus + -al; ultimately from Ancient Greek τύραννος (túrannos) (absolute ruler, despot).
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