tyrant
UK/'taiәrәnt/US
GREB2
Definitions
n.
A cruel, oppressive ruler who governs unjustly; a person who uses power harshly.
暴君；专制统治者
v.
To act like a tyrant; to behave in a tyrannical manner.
施暴政；专横行事
adj.
Tyrannical; characteristic of a tyrant.
暴虐的；专制的
Root Breakdown
Native Englishtyrantother
=tyrant
Example Sentences
- 1.
The tyrant ruled with an iron fist for many years.
- 2.
Ancient history is filled with tales of cruel tyrants.