tyrannical
/tɪˈrænɪkəl/
CEFR level C2Topic GovernmentWord #7119 in the learning path
暴虐的；专横的
Definitions
adj. Using power cruelly and unfairly to control others.
暴虐的；专横的
Example
The club members finally challenged their tyrannical leader.
俱乐部成员终于对他们专横的领导提出了质疑。
Independent courts can help prevent tyrannical rule by limiting government power and protecting basic rights.
独立的法院可以通过限制政府权力和保护基本权利来帮助防止暴政。
Collocations
- a tyrannical ruler
- tyrannical rule
- a tyrannical boss
Word family
- tyrant (n.)
- tyranny (n.)
- tyrannise (v.)
- tyrannically (adv.)
Synonyms
- despotic
- oppressive
- dictatorial
Antonyms
- benevolent
Usage tip
不仅指政治暴政，也可形容老板等人的专横行为。
FAQ
- What does tyrannical mean?
- Using power cruelly and unfairly to control others.
- How is tyrannical pronounced?
- UK /tɪˈrænɪkəl/, US /tɪˈrænɪkəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
