despots

Meanings

• noun

  A monarch or ruler who has absolute power, especially one who rules in a cruel and unjust way.

  - "The despotic ruler demanded complete obedience from his subjects."
  - "Under despotic rule, the people had no freedom or rights."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with despots
potatoes , copies , bopped us , hopes

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Variants

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despot , despots

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Etymology

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From the Greek despotēs, meaning 'master, lord', via Latin despotus.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'despot' comes from the Greek word for 'master' or 'lord'.

2. Despots have ruled throughout history, from ancient times to the present day.

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Related Concepts

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1. tyranny: A form of government in which one person rules with absolute power, often cruelly and unjustly.

2. dictatorship: A form of government in which one person or a small group of people hold total power.

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Culture

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In literature, despots have been portrayed as tyrannical rulers who use fear and violence to maintain control. In art, they have been depicted as oppressive figures who rule with an iron fist. In music, there are songs that criticize despots and their reigns.

How to Memorize "despots"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a monarch sitting on a throne, surrounded by fawning courtiers, issuing decrees with no regard for the welfare of his subjects.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'tyrant' when you see or hear the word 'despot'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Despots demand devotion.'

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