Definitions

1. adjective

characterized by or resembling a tinpot dictator, especially one with authoritarian or tyrannical tendencies.

“The tinpot regime cracked down on dissenting voices within the country.”

2. noun

a tinpot dictator or a person who holds a position of authority but is ineffective or despised.

“The tinpot leader failed to address the nation’s pressing issues.”

3. noun

something that is considered to be of low quality or inferior.

“The new restaurant was a tinpot imitation of the original, lacking in authenticity.”