despot

noun
UK: /ˈdespɒt/
US: /ˈdespɑːt/

  1. A ruler with unlimited power who often uses it cruelly and unfairly.

    1. The despot made everyone do what he wanted.
    2. The people overthrew the despot who had ruled the country for decades.

  2. A person who behaves in a tyrannical way.

    1. My boss is a real despot, always telling us what to do.
    2. She accused him of being a despot in his management style, crushing creativity.

Synonyms

tyrant dictator autocrat

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "despot" in English means: A ruler with unlimited power who often uses it cruelly and unfairly., A person who behaves in a tyrannical way..

The phonetic transcription of "despot" is /ˈdespɒt/ in British English and /ˈdespɑːt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "despot": tyrant, dictator, autocrat.

Example usage of "despot": "The despot made everyone do what he wanted.". More examples on the page.