Meaning Of The Word Tyrannize

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What's The Definition Of Tyrannize?

tyrannize
verb: If you say that one person tyrannizes another, you mean that the first person uses their power over the second person in order to treat them very cruelly and unfairly.

tyrannize in American English
to govern as a tyrant; rule with absolute power
to treat tyrannically; oppress
intransitive verb: to exercise absolute power or control, esp. cruelly or oppressively
transitive verb: to rule or govern tyrannically; treat oppressively

tyrannize in British English
verb: to rule or exercise power (over) in a cruel or oppressive manner

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