Despotism
/ˈdɛspəˌtɪzəm/
Synonyms
- dictatorship
- oppression
- tyranny
- autocracy
- totalitarianism
Slang Meanings
Rule by fear
Under his rule, the country saw the rise of despotism, where compliance was achieved through intimidation.
The king's game
They call it the king's game, a despotism masked as a monarchy where the real power lies with the ruler.