despot
noun | /despot/
a ruler with absolute power, typically one who exercises it cruelly or oppressively
despot
noun | /despot/
Advanced WordsEASYa ruler with absolute power, typically one who exercises it cruelly or oppressively
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"The king was remembered as a cruel despot."
"Despotic rulers often suppress freedom of speech."
Mnemonic Trick
Despot = Desperate + Pot → ruler with desperate power.
Etymology
From Greek despotēs = master, lord
used for absolute rulers
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