Meaning Of The Word Despotism

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Despotism Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Despotism?

despotism
uncountable noun: Despotism is cruel and unfair government by a ruler or rulers who have a lot of power.

despotism in American English
rule or domination by a despot; autocracy
noun: the rule of a despot; the exercise of absolute authority

despotism in British English
noun: the rule of a despot; arbitrary, absolute, or tyrannical government

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