despotic

CEFRC1

/disˈpɒt.ɪk/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Using power in a cruel and unfair way.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Acting or ruling as a despot, tyrannical.

Examples

  • The despotic king dissolved the parliament, and took personal control of the country.

  • I don't recognize your despotic authority.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
1

Also pronounced

  • /dəˈspɒt.ɪk/
  • /dɛsˈpɒt.ɪk/

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Of or pertaining to a despot or tyrant.

More examples

In context

  • This despotic age of the empire ended in a revolt.

  • His rule was despotic.

Synonyms

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Origin

adjective

From Ancient Greek δεσποτικός (despotikós) via French despotique, equivalent to despot + -ic.