tyrannial

/tɪˈrænɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or characterized by a desire to dominate or control others; tyrannous.

“The tyrannical regime was responsible for numerous human rights abuses.”

2. noun

a person or government that is tyrannical.

“The tyrannical leader of the country was overthrown in a peaceful revolution.”

Synonyms

  • autocratic
  • dictatorial

Antonyms

  • democratic
  • republican