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tiranno — meaning in English

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English meaning

tyrant noun A ruler who governs cruelly and unfairly, often having seized power illegally.

Senses

tiranno is used for these senses in English:

tyrant A despot; a ruler who governs unjustly, cruelly, or harshly.
tyrant (by extension) Any person who abuses the power of position or office to treat others unjustly, cruelly, or harshly.

tyrant — full definition

noun A ruler who governs cruelly and unfairly, often having seized power illegally.
noun Informally, anyone who treats the people under them harshly or unfairly.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Italian words

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