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tirano

tyrant

noun tee-RRAH-noh Rare

Origin: From Greek tyrannos, 'absolute ruler'.

Usage Note

Tirano can be used literally (a political dictator) or figuratively (an unreasonably demanding boss or parent). The feminine is tirana. The adjective tiránico means 'tyrannical', the abstract noun tiranía means 'tyranny', and the verb tiranizar means 'to tyrannise'.

Examples

"El pueblo se rebeló contra el tirano."

Natural Translation

The people rebelled against the tyrant.

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