Meaning & Definition of Tyranny in English
Tyranny
Cruel and oppressive government or rule.
Pronunciation:
/ˈtɪrəni/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
tyranniesDetailed Definitions
Definition: A government in which a single ruler possesses absolute power, often characterized by oppressive and unjust rule.
Example Sentence: The citizens lived in fear of the tyranny imposed by their dictator.
Definition: Cruel or oppressive treatment; harshness.
Example Sentence: The workers complained about the tyranny of their unreasonable boss.
Definition: An oppressive power exerted by a government or a ruler.
Example Sentence: The revolution sought to overthrow the tyranny that had ruled for decades.
Etymology
Origin: From Latin 'tyrannia', from Greek 'tyrannia' meaning 'cruelty, despotism'.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- reign of tyranny: A period marked by oppressive and unjust rule.
- fight against tyranny: To resist or oppose oppressive governance.
- under tyranny: Living in a state of oppression by a ruler.
Translations
- Spanish: tiranía
- French: tyrannie
- German: Tyrannei
- Russian: тиранс
Related Words
- despot: A ruler who wields absolute power, often in a cruel manner.
- oppressor: One who keeps another in subservience and hardship, often through unjust use of power.
- autocrat: A ruler who has absolute power; a tyrant.
Slang Meanings of tyranny
Meaning: Gov't oppression.
Example Sentence: Man, this new law feels like total tyranny!
Meaning: Unfair control.
Example Sentence: Why do I have to follow such tyranny from management?