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despotic

Despotic (adj) means of or pertaining to a despot or tyrant.

adj
1
Of or pertaining to a despot or tyrant.
2
Acting or ruling as a despot, tyrannical.
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Etymology

From Ancient Greek δεσποτικός (despotikós) via French despotique, equivalent to despot + -ic.

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What is the meaning of despotic?

"despotic" (adj) means of or pertaining to a despot or tyrant.

What are the different meanings of despotic?

"despotic" has 2 main meanings: 1. Of or pertaining to a despot or tyrant; 2. Acting or ruling as a despot, tyrannical.

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