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tyrannize Definition


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tyrannize
tyrannise
verb
    tr & intr
    tyrannized, tyrannizing
    1. To rule or treat in a cruel, unjust and oppressive way.
      Thesaurus: oppress, subjugate, domineer, dictate, intimidate, coerce, browbeat, bully.
Etymology: 16c: from Latin tyrannizare to act like a tyrant.



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