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TYRANT

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Tyrant.

Tyrant - as a noun

A cruel and oppressive dictator

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
autocratdespot
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dictatorpotentate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

In ancient greece, a ruler who had seized power without legal right to it

Any person who exercises power in a cruel way

Example: "His father was a tyrant"

Tyrant - as a verb

To act like a tyrant; to be tyrannical.

To tyrannize.

Tyrant - as an adjective

Tyrannical, tyrannous; like, characteristic of, or in the manner of a tyrant.

Example Sentences

"The ruler was a ruthless tyrant who oppressed his people."
"The tyrant seized power through force and violence."
"The citizens lived in fear under the tyrant's regime."
"The tyrant's cruelty knew no bounds."
"People yearned for freedom from the tyrant's oppression."
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Word Game Points

Is TYRANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tyrant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TYRANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is TYRANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tyrant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TYRANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is TYRANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tyrant is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TYRANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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