tyrant

/ˈtaɪrənt/
noun
  1. A ruler who has complete power and uses it in a cruel or unfair way.
    • The people rebelled against the tyrant who had ruled them for decades.
    • History books describe him as a tyrant who imprisoned anyone who disagreed with him.
    • The village lived in fear of the local tyrant who demanded heavy taxes.
  2. A person who behaves in a harsh, controlling, or unfair way toward others, especially in a position of authority.
    • She called her older brother a tyrant because he always decided what they would watch on TV.
    • The coach was a tyrant, making the team practice for hours without a break.
    • My boss is a tyrant who never listens to anyone's ideas.
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