American English pronunciation
How to pronounce despotic
IPA transcription: [dɪs'pɑtɪk]
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Adjective
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belonging to or having the characteristics of a despot
Adjective
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characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty
“an authoritarian regime”
“autocratic government”
“despotic rulers”
“a dictatorial rule that lasted for the duration of the war”
“a tyrannical government”
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ruled by or characteristic of a despot
“moved from a feudal to a despotic order”
“his administration was arrogant and despotic”
Usage examples
- He is known for claiming that climate in the Orient led to despotic rule.
- Said bin Taimur's rule had been reactionary and despotic.