tyrannical

[US]/tɪˈrænɪkl/
[UK]/tɪˈrænɪkl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. behaving in a cruel and oppressive manner, like a tyrant, dictatorial.

Example Sentences

her father was portrayed as tyrannical and unloving.

a momentary quieting of her tyrannical appetite.

Tyrannical Hollywood film moguls ruled their stars’ lives.

The tyrannical ruler oppressed his people.

She couldn't stand his tyrannical behavior anymore.

The tyrannical boss made unreasonable demands on his employees.

The tyrannical regime silenced any dissenting voices.

He was known for his tyrannical leadership style.

The tyrannical government cracked down on protests.

Living under a tyrannical regime was unbearable for the citizens.

The tyrannical king ruled with an iron fist.

The tyrannical policies of the company led to a high turnover rate.

She managed to escape from the tyrannical grasp of her abuser.

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