despot Synonyms
despot Meaning
despot (n)
a cruel and oppressive dictator
despot (n.)
A master; a lord; especially, an absolute or irresponsible ruler or sovereign.
One who rules regardless of a constitution or laws; a tyrant.
despot Sentence Examples
- The tyrant ruled over the kingdom with an iron fist, earning the title of despot.
- History is replete with examples of despots who wielded absolute power over their subjects.
- The despot's oppressive regime stifled dissent and crushed any opposition.
- Citizens lived in fear of the despot's arbitrary decrees and ruthless enforcement.
- Despite his claims of benevolence, the despot's actions revealed his true authoritarian nature.
- The international community condemned the despot's flagrant human rights abuses.
- The despot's lavish lifestyle stood in stark contrast to the poverty of his people.
- Many hoped for the downfall of the despot, longing for a return to democracy and freedom.
- Under the despot's rule, corruption and nepotism flourished unchecked.
- The overthrow of the despot marked a new chapter in the nation's history, heralding the dawn of democracy.
FAQs About the word despot
a cruel and oppressive dictatorA master; a lord; especially, an absolute or irresponsible ruler or sovereign., One who rules regardless of a constitution or law
dictator,tyrant, ruler, tycoon, overlord, fuehrer, strongman, prince,pharaoh, man on horseback
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The tyrant ruled over the kingdom with an iron fist, earning the title of despot.
History is replete with examples of despots who wielded absolute power over their subjects.
The despot's oppressive regime stifled dissent and crushed any opposition.
Citizens lived in fear of the despot's arbitrary decrees and ruthless enforcement.
