Despotism Definition
despotism
- noun
- dominance through threat of punishment and violence
- a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.)
"Despotism" in song lyrics
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"democratic despotism"
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"cuban exile despotism"
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"max weber enlightened despotism"
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Words that rhyme with despotism
Usage tips for "despotism"
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