Tyrannize: meaning, definitions and examples
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tyrannize
[ ˈtɪr.ə.naɪz ]
in politics
To rule or govern in a tyrannical or oppressive manner, exercising absolute power and control over others.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He was accused of tyrannizing the people and violating their rights.
- The dictator continued to tyrannize the country, ignoring the pleas for democracy.
in a personal relationship
To assert control or dominance over someone in an oppressive or unjust manner, often through fear or intimidation.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She felt like her partner was starting to tyrannize her, constantly criticizing and belittling her.
- The boss's constant micromanaging was beginning to tyrannize the employees.
Translations
Translations of the word "tyrannize" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tirannizar
🇮🇳 अत्याचार करना
🇩🇪 tyrannisieren
🇮🇩 menindas
🇺🇦 тиранізувати
🇵🇱 tyranizować
🇯🇵 圧政を敷く
🇫🇷 tyranniser
🇪🇸 tirannizar
🇹🇷 zalimlik yapmak
🇰🇷 폭군처럼 굴다
🇸🇦 يستبد
🇨🇿 tyranizovat
🇸🇰 tyranizovať
🇨🇳 暴政
🇸🇮 tiranozirati
🇮🇸 harðstjórna
🇰🇿 зорлық-зомбылық жасау
🇬🇪 ტირანობა
🇦🇿 zülm etmək
🇲🇽 tirannizar
Word origin
The word 'tyrannize' comes from the Greek word 'tyrannos', meaning an absolute ruler or despot. It has been used throughout history to describe the oppressive and dictatorial actions of those in power, both in political and personal contexts.
See also: tyrannical, tyranny.