🗡️despotism

noun
/ˈdɛspətɪzəm/

Meaning

absolute power exercised in a cruel and oppressive way

Example Sentences

The people revolted against the era of despotism.

Synonyms

tyranny, dictatorship, autocracy, totalitarianism

Antonyms

democracy, liberty, freedom

Collocations

era of despotism, oppose despotism, end despotism

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