CEFR C1

tyrannize

verb

Meaning

To rule or treat someone in a cruel, oppressive, and tyrannical way.

Examples

The dictator began to tyrannize the citizens, imposing harsh laws and silencing all dissent.
He was accused of trying to tyrannize his colleagues by making unreasonable demands and spreading rumors.

Synonyms: oppress, domineer, bully, mistreat

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tyrannize (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈtɪrəˌnaɪz/

Definition

To rule or treat someone in a cruel, oppressive, and tyrannical way.

Examples

The dictator began to tyrannize the citizens, imposing harsh laws and silencing all dissent.
He was accused of trying to tyrannize his colleagues by making unreasonable demands and spreading rumors.

How to Use tyrannize

tyrannize over (prepositional phrase): To rule or treat someone or a group in a cruel, oppressive, and tyrannical way. — "The cruel king continued to tyrannize over his subjects for decades."

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