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Topic: Politics

tyrannize

IPA: /tɪˈræn.aɪz/

KK: /tɪˈræn.aɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To rule or control someone in a cruel and oppressive way, often using power unfairly.

Example: The dictator would tyrannize the citizens, making them live in fear.

transitive verb

Definition: To treat someone in a cruel and oppressive way, often using power to control or dominate them.

Example: The dictator would tyrannize the people, making them live in fear.

tyrannous

IPA: /tɪˈrænəs/

KK: /tɪˈrænəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a ruler or government that uses power in a cruel and oppressive way.

Example: The tyrannous regime imposed strict laws that limited the freedoms of its citizens.

tyranny

IPA: /ˈtɪrəni/

KK: /ˈtɪr.ə.ni/

noun

Definition: A form of government where one person has complete control and power, often used in a cruel or unjust way.

Example: The people rose up against the tyranny of the dictator.

tyrant

IPA: /ˈtaɪrənt/

KK: /ˈtaɪrənt/

noun

Definition: A person who rules with absolute power in a cruel or oppressive way, often disregarding laws and fairness.

Example: The people rebelled against the tyrant who ruled their country with fear and violence.

tzar

IPA: /ˈzɑːr/

KK: /t͡sɑr/

noun

Definition: A title used for a Russian emperor or ruler, similar to a king or monarch.

Example: The last tzar of Russia was overthrown during the revolution.

tzardom

IPA: /ˈzɑːrdəm/

KK: /t͡sɑrdəm/

noun

Definition: A form of government or rule by a tsar, typically associated with Russia before the 1917 revolution.

Example: The history of tzardom in Russia is marked by the reign of powerful tsars.

tzarism

IPA: /ˈzɑːrɪzəm/

KK: /ˈzɑːrɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A system of government in which a tsar (or czar) has absolute power, often associated with the autocratic rule in Russia before the 1917 revolution.

Example: Tzarism was characterized by the concentration of power in the hands of the tsar, limiting the influence of the people.

tzarist

IPA: /ˈzɑːrɪst/

KK: /ˈzɑːrɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports or is associated with the rule of a tsar, especially in Russia before the 1917 revolution.

Example: The tzarist regime was known for its autocratic rule and strict control over the population.

ukase

IPA: /juˈkeɪs/

KK: /juˈkeɪs/

noun

Definition: An official order or decree that has the power of law, often issued by a ruler or government.

Example: The czar issued a ukase that changed the laws of the land.

ulterior

IPA: /ʌlˈtɪəriər/

KK: /ʌlˈtɪr.i.ər/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is hidden or not immediately obvious, often used to describe motives or intentions that are concealed.

Example: She had an ulterior motive for helping him with his project.

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