tyrant

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Noun 1.3.1 Synonyms 1.3.2 Derived terms 1.3.3 Translations

[edit] English

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[edit] Etymology

From Old French tyrant (French tyran), from Latin tyrannus, from Ancient Greek τύραννος.

[edit] Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈtaɪɹənt/

[edit] Noun

tyrant (plural tyrants)

1. An absolute ruler who governs without restriction.
2. A harsh and cruel ruler.
3. An oppressive, cruel and harsh person.

[edit] Synonyms

• autocrat
• dictator

[edit] Derived terms

• tyranny

[edit] Translations