Synonyms of tyranny
5 similar words
Another word for tyranny is despotism. Other synonyms of tyranny are autocracy, dictatorship, absolute monarchy and tyranthood.
Synonyms and similar words for tyranny
nounMore synonyms
- autocracy
- despotismGovernment by a despot or despots: rule by a singular authority, either a single person or a tight-knit group, which...
- dictatorship
- absolute monarchy
- tyranthoodA governmental system based on a single ruler wielding absolute authority; tyranny.
Meaning of tyranny
- noun A government in which a single ruler (a tyrant) has absolute power, or this system of government; especially, one that acts cruelly and unjustly.
- noun The office or jurisdiction of an absolute ruler.
- noun Absolute power, or its use.
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Questions about synonyms of tyranny
- What is another word for tyranny?
- Tyranny has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as despotism, autocracy, dictatorship, absolute monarchy and tyranthood.
- What does tyranny mean?
- Tyranny means a government in which a single ruler (a tyrant) has absolute power, or this system of government; especially, one that acts cruelly and unjustly.
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