Despotic

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /dÉ›sˈpÉ’t.ɪk/, /dəˈspÉ’t.ɪk/
• US IPA: /dÉ›sˈpÉ‘t.ɪk/
• Rhymes: -É’tɪk

Alternative forms

• despotick

Origin

From Ancient Greek δεσποτικός via French despotique.

Full definition of despotic

Adjective

1. Of or pertaining to a despot or tyrant.This despotic age of the empire ended in a revolt.
2. Acting or ruling as a despot, tyrannical.The despotic king dissolved the parliament, and took personal control of the country.

Synonyms

• (acting or ruling as a despot) domineering, tyrannical

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