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tyrannical

Syllabification: (ty·ran·ni·cal)

Pronunciation: /təˈranikəl/

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Definition of tyrannical

adjective

exercising power in a cruel or arbitrary way:her father was portrayed as tyrannical and unloving
characteristic of tyranny; oppressive and controlling:a momentary quieting of her tyrannical appetite