tyrant

//ˈtaɪ.rənt//
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Noun

tyrantSingular
tyrantsPlural
1

A cruel and oppressive ruler who exercises absolute power unjustly or brutally.

The tyrant ruled the country with an iron fist, showing no mercy to his people.

2

A person who exercises power or authority in a harsh, domineering, or arbitrary manner.

My boss is a tyrant who never listens to anyone's opinions.