Tyrannizing: meaning, definitions and examples

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tyrannizing

 

[ tษชหˆrรฆnษชหŒzaษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

oppressive behavior

Tyrannizing refers to the act of exercising power and control in a cruel or oppressive manner, often instilling fear and submission in others. It can be applied to various situations, whether in personal relationships, politics, or leadership dynamics where authority is abused.

Synonyms

bullying, dictating, domineering, oppressing, persecuting

Examples of usage

  • The dictator was tyrannizing the citizens for decades.
  • She felt her boss was tyrannizing her with unreasonable demands.
  • The coach was accused of tyrannizing the players during practice sessions.

Translations

Translations of the word "tyrannizing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tiranizando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคพเคจเคพเคถเคพเคนเฅ€ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tyrannisieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menindas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะธั€ะฐะฝะธั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tyranizowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆšดๅ›็š„ใซใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tyranniser

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tirannizar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท zorbalฤฑk yapmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํญ๊ตฐ์ฒ˜๋Ÿผ ํ–‰๋™ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุณู„ุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tyranizovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tyranizovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽ‹่ฟซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tirana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rรฆรฐast

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะธั€ะฐะฝะดั‹า› ะตั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ˜แƒ แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ˜แƒก แƒฅแƒ›แƒ”แƒ“แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tiranlฤฑq etmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tiranizar

Etymology

The term 'tyrannizing' originates from the word 'tyrant,' which comes from the Latin 'tyrannis' and the Greek 'tyrannos.' Initially, the word described a ruler who seized power unconstitutionally or inherited such power. Over time, the meaning evolved to denote oppressive rulers or leaders who wield power in a cruel manner, often without regard for justice or the well-being of their subjects. The act of tyrannizing, therefore, embodies this historical context of abuse of power, emphasizing the negative consequences of such authority. The usage of 'tyrannizing' in modern language reflects its roots in the struggle against tyranny in various forms, including political, social, and personal realms.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,418, 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.