strongman
/ˈstrɔŋˌmæn/
noun
- A person who performs feats of great strength, especially in a circus or competition.
- The strongman lifted a car with his bare hands at the show.
- The strongman competition included events like lifting logs and pulling trucks.
- He trained for years to become a professional strongman.
- A political leader who rules with absolute power, often using force or intimidation.
- Many people feared the strongman's secret police.
- After the coup, a military strongman took control of the government.
- The country was ruled by a strongman who silenced all opposition.