despotismus

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despotism
{n} absolute power, tyranny, cruelty, pride
any severe and strict rule in which the judgment of the governed has little or no part
dominance through threat of punishment and violence
The power, spirit, or principles of a despot; absolute control over others; tyrannical sway; tyranny
government by a singular authority, either a single person or tight-knit group, which rules with absolute power
Despotism is cruel and unfair government by a ruler or rulers who have a lot of power. = tyranny. rule by a despot
a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc )
{i} tyranny, absolute power and control; dictatorship, rule of a despot
A government which is directed by a despot; a despotic monarchy; absolutism; autocracy
An individual ruling through fear without regard to law and not answerable to the people