tyranny
/ˈtɪrəni/
noun
- Cruel and unfair treatment of people by a person or government with total power.
- She spoke out against the tyranny of the oppressive regime.
- Many people fled the country to escape the tyranny of the dictator.
- The citizens rose up to end the king's tyranny.
- A situation in which someone or something controls your life in an unfair or harsh way.
- They rebelled against the tyranny of outdated fashion rules.
- The tyranny of social media expectations can be stressful for teenagers.
- He finally broke free from the tyranny of his strict daily routine.
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