tyrannously (C1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /tɪˈrænəsli/
Definition
In a cruel, oppressive, and arbitrary way, like a dictator.
Examples
He behaved tyrannously, demanding absolute obedience from his staff.
The king ruled tyrannously, ignoring the needs of his people.
How to Use tyrannously
- rule tyrannously (collocation)
- To govern a country or group of people in a cruel, oppressive, and arbitrary manner. — "The emperor ruled tyrannously, demanding heavy taxes from his subjects."
- behave tyrannously (collocation)
- To act in a cruel, oppressive, and arbitrary way towards others. — "She felt her teacher behaved tyrannously, assigning unfair punishments."
- act tyrannously (collocation)
- To exercise power or authority in a cruel, oppressive, and arbitrary manner. — "The foreman acted tyrannously, exploiting the workers for his own gain."
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