Synonyms of overlord
5 similar words
Another word for overlord is tyrant. Other synonyms of overlord are liege lord, chief lord, despot and &c..
Synonyms and similar words for overlord
nounA feudal lord directly owed rent or personal service by a tenant of subinfeudated land, a tenant's...
- liege lordSynonym of overlord: The feudal superior of a vassal.
- chief lordSynonym of overlord: the lord of a fee immediately owed personal service or rent by a tenant, a tenant's liege lord.
- tyrant
- despot
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Meaning of overlord
- noun A ruler of other rulers.
- noun A feudal lord directly owed rent or personal service by a tenant of subinfeudated land, a tenant's liege lord.
- noun Anyone with overarching power or authority in a given domain.
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Questions about synonyms of overlord
- What is another word for overlord?
- Overlord has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as tyrant, liege lord, chief lord, despot and &c..
- What does overlord mean?
- Overlord means a ruler of other rulers.
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