Definition for
tyranny
noun – The rule of a tyrant in the ancient sense; the personal government of one of the Greek tyrants; a state or government having an uncontrolled ruler bearing the title of tyrant.
noun – The office or incumbency of a tyrant; a tyrant's administration or tenure; the system of government by tyrants.
noun – Hence A tyrannical government; a lawless autocracy or despotism.
noun – Arbitrary or unrestrained exercise of power; despotic abuse of anthority; unmerciful rule.
noun – A tyrannical action or proceeding; an instance of despotic rule or conduct.
noun – Severity; harshness; stringency.
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Synonyms Despotism, Autocracy, etc. See
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