Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Tyranny.
How to pronounce tyranny:
UK
Tyranny - as a noun
A form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
absolutism14authoritarianismcaesarism13despotism14dictatorship20monocracy18one-man ruleshogunate13stalinismtotalitarianism17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
autarchy16autocracy16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Dominance through threat of punishment and violence
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
absolutism14despotism14Example Sentences
"The country fought against the tyranny of its oppressive ruler."
"The king ruled with a heavy hand, imposing tyranny on his subjects."
"Many revolutions throughout history have been sparked by the desire to overthrow tyranny."
"Under the tyranny of the dictator, freedom of speech was severely restricted."
"The people lived in fear under the tyranny of the totalitarian regime."
Word Game Points
Is TYRANNY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tyranny is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TYRANNY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is TYRANNY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tyranny is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTYRANNY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is TYRANNY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tyranny is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTYRANNY has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
