tyrannical (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /tɪˈrænɪkl/

Definition

Exercising power in a cruel, unreasonable, or arbitrary way.

Examples

• His tyrannical father ruled the household with an iron fist.

• The students protested against the school's tyrannical new dress code.

• She grew up in a country ruled by a tyrannical regime.

Synonyms of tyrannical

Words with a similar meaning to tyrannical:

• bossy
• domineering
• oppressive
• despotic

Antonyms of tyrannical

Words with the opposite meaning to tyrannical:

• democratic
• benevolent

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