Tyrannical Meaning

There are 2 meaning(s) for word Tyrannical

Meaning 1 : characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty

    Example : a tyrannical government

    Synonyms : authoritarian,  autocratic,  despotic,  dictatorial,  tyrannic
Meaning 2 : marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior

    Example : a tyrannical parent

    Synonyms : oppressive,  tyrannous