Synonyms for Tyrannical (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (of or relating to or associated with or resembling a dictatorship):
tyrannic
WordNet sense 2 (marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior):
oppressive, tyrannous
WordNet sense 3 (tending to domineer):
domineering
WordNet sense 4 (characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty):
authoritarian, autocratic, despotic, dictatorial
WordNet sense 5 (not in agreement with or according to democratic doctrine or practice or ideals):
undemocratic
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