tyranny
/ˈtɪɹəni/
Meanings
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noun
A form of government in which one person rules with absolute power; a despotism.
- "The ancient Greeks were known to fear the tyranny of a single ruler."
- "Under tyranny, the citizens have no say in how they are governed."
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noun
The arbitrary or absolute exercise of power; despotic rule.
- "The people lived in fear of the tyranny of their ruler."
- "The tyranny of the mob can be just as oppressive as that of a single despot."
Pronunciation
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/ˈtɪɹəni/
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Synonyms
autocracy , despotism , dictatorship , monarchy
Rhymes
Words rhyming with tyrannyanarchy , archy , caricacy , parody
Variants
List of all variants of tyranny that leads to same resulttyrannies , tyranny , tyranny of the majority
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Greek word tyrannos, meaning 'master, despot, tyrant'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The ancient Greeks are credited with inventing the term 'tyranny'.
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The term 'tyrant' was originally used to describe a private citizen who seized power for personal gain, rather than someone who was born to rule.
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The word 'tyranny' is derived from the name of the mythological king Tantalus, who was punished by the gods for his arrogance and cruelty.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Despotism: A political system in which a single person holds absolute power.
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Totalitarianism: A political system in which the state holds total authority over citizens' lives and closely controls all aspects of society.
Quotes
Quotes by authors and personalities-
For in creating a cultural orthodoxy designed to combat racism, urban disorder, and a legacy of oppression, we subject ourselves to delusional dogma, the "tyranny" of conformity, and language that rings of fascist imagery.
- Gerald Early,{it}Harper's{/it},January 1997 -
Berlin remains a central attraction, and the evanescence of "tyranny" is a highlight of the visit.
- William F. Buckley, Jr.,{it}National Review{/it},27 Sept. 1999 -
Cars freed Americans, already infamous for their mobility, from the "tyranny" of train schedules.
- Cynthia Crossen,{it}Wall Street Journal{/it},7 May 2003
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Tyranny has been a common theme in literature and art throughout history, often used to critique oppressive regimes or rulers. In George Orwell's Animal Farm, the pigs become a tyrannical ruling class, while in Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, Brutus and the other conspirators overthrow the tyrant Julius Caesar. In music, the term 'tyranny' has been used in songs such as 'Tyranny' by the band Tool and 'Tyranny' by the band Queen.
How to Memorize "tyranny"
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visualize
- Imagine a ruler with absolute power, ruling with an iron fist and no regard for the welfare of their subjects.
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associate
- Think of the word 'despot' or 'dictator' when trying to remember the meaning of tyranny.
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mnemonics
- Try remembering the acronym 'T-Y-R-A-N-N-Y' to stand for 'Total control, Your rights annihilated, Never yields, Absolute power, No opposition, Yields to no one'.
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