Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tyran
noun
/ˈtaɪ.rən/
Definition
A tyrant; a ruler who wields absolute power oppressively.
Examples
- Many feared the tyran who ruled over their land with an iron fist.
- Historically, a tyran can lead a nation into war for personal gain.
Meaning
The term refers to a person who exercises power in a cruel, oppressive manner, typically in a position of authority, such as a dictator.
Synonyms
- dictator
- oppressor
- despot
- autocrat
- totalitarian
