Tyrannically: meaning, definitions and examples

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tyrannically

 

[ tɪˈranɪk(ə)li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used in a sentence

In a tyrannical manner; despotically.

Synonyms

authoritatively, despotically, oppressively

Examples of usage

  • He ruled tyrannically, crushing any opposition.
  • The dictator acted tyrannically towards his citizens.

Translations

Translations of the word "tyrannically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tirânicamente

🇮🇳 तानाशाही तरीके से

🇩🇪 tyrannisch

🇮🇩 sewenang-wenang

🇺🇦 тиранічно

🇵🇱 tyrańsko

🇯🇵 暴君のように (ぼうくんのように)

🇫🇷 tyranniquement

🇪🇸 tiránicamente

🇹🇷 zalimce

🇰🇷 폭군처럼 (pok-guncheoleom)

🇸🇦 بشكل طاغي

🇨🇿 tyranský

🇸🇰 tyranský

🇨🇳 专横地 (zhuānhèng de)

🇸🇮 tiranizirano

🇮🇸 harðstjórnlega

🇰🇿 тирандықпен

🇬🇪 ტირანულად

🇦🇿 tiranlıqla

🇲🇽 tiránicamente

Etymology

The word 'tyrannically' is derived from the adjective 'tyrannical', which comes from the Middle French word 'tyrannique' and the Latin word 'tyrannicus'. The term has been used since the 16th century to describe actions or behaviors that are oppressive, dictatorial, or unjust. In modern usage, 'tyrannically' is often used to criticize individuals or governments that abuse their power and authority.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,925, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.